Learning Support Assistant

Job Introduction

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Grade B | Start ASAP | Primary or Secondary Site

Are you caring, resilient and ready to make a real difference?

Forest Park School is a friendly and ambitious special school, and we're looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our fantastic team. Working across either our Primary or Secondary provision, you'll support pupils with a range of special educational needs to learn, communicate, build confidence and achieve their potential.

This is more than a support role. It's an opportunity to help transform young lives while developing your own skills and career.

Working Hours - 8:50am to 3:25pm, Monday to Friday

Applicants should ideally be able to commit to this working pattern, as consistent support from our Learning Support Assistants is critical to ensuring a successful school day for our pupils.

We're Looking for Someone Who:

• Is patient, compassionate and positive.
• Builds strong relationships with children and young people.
• Is adaptable, resilient and enjoys working as part of a team.
• Can encourage and motivate pupils to succeed.
• Is keen to learn and develop professionally.
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and a sense of humour to their work.

Why Forest Park?

• A genuinely welcoming and supportive staff team.
• Excellent SEND-specific training and development opportunities.
• The chance to work alongside experienced teachers and specialists.
• A school culture built on teamwork, kindness and mutual support.

Thinking About Teaching in the Future?

This role is an excellent pathway into teaching and other SEND professions. You'll gain valuable classroom experience, develop specialist skills and work closely with experienced education professionals, making it a fantastic foundation for future career progression. 

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.