Learning Support Assistant / LSA

Learning Support Assistant Key Stage 3-5

Swalcliffe Park School is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team supporting autistic students across Key Stages 3 to 5. This rewarding role involves classroom support, SEN support, mentoring, safeguarding and promoting student development in education and community settings.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor, Classroom Support Assistant, Pastoral Support Worker, Teaching Assistant, LSA, Classroom Support Worker

SALARY

£25,185 - £25,989 per annum Actual (NJC Points 4-6) 2026-27 pay award pending

BENEFITS

Generous Holiday (13 weeks’ paid holiday to be taken in school holidays), NEST Pension Scheme, Sickness entitlement 2 weeks full pay 2 weeks half pay and free lunchtime meal

LOCATION

Swalcliffe, Nr Banbury, Oxfordshire (OX15)

JOB TYPE

Full-Time, Term-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS

37.5 Hours per Week – 39 Weeks Term Time

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist residential education setting rated “Outstanding” by OFSTED for Education & Care.

Swalcliffe Park School provides specialist residential education and care for around 70 secondary aged boys (10-19 yrs) all of whom are on the Autism Spectrum. We offer excellent working conditions in a beautiful environment, including paid school holidays, opportunities for career development and staff training.

As a Learning Support Assistant you will support students across KS3 to KS5 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), helping them develop communication, independence and self-management skills both in the classroom and within the community.

Working closely with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams, the Learning Support Assistant will contribute to high-quality SEN support, safeguarding and student wellbeing in a collaborative educational environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience in education, youth work or SEN support who is passionate about helping young people achieve positive outcomes.

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DUTIES

Your duties as the

Learning Support Assistant include

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Supporting Students

Work with groups and individual students in classroom and community learning environments

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Providing SEN Support

Assist students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) to access education and social opportunities

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Supporting Learning Activities

Help students with coursework, homework, revision and exam preparation

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Monitoring Progress

Observe behaviour and learning styles to support individual learning targets and EHCP outcomes

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Working Collaboratively

Liaise with teachers, therapists, pastoral teams and families to support student development

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Maintaining Records

Accurately update student information using school systems and provision maps

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Promoting Safeguarding

Follow safeguarding, child protection and health & safety procedures at all times

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Supporting Community Access

Transport and accompany students to educational placements, college activities and work experience opportunities

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Contributing to School Life

Support whole-school activities, student wellbeing initiatives and cover arrangements when required

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• GCSE English Language and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent)
• Experience of working with young people in an educational or youth/community setting
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills with a student-centred approach
• Awareness of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries
• IT proficiency, including Word, Excel and email
• Full UK driving licence, with eligibility and willingness to drive school vehicles (subject to insurance)

Desirable

• Experience supporting autistic young people or those with social communication needs
• Knowledge of EHCPs and the SEND Code of Practice
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or willingness to undertake training
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary environment (e.g., with Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, or Psychologists)
• Ability to contribute to assessment and reporting processes
• Awareness of health and safety in educational settings

The school reserves the right to close the advertisement early, should it receive sufficient applications prior to the closing date.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake an enhanced disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer.

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JOB REF

AWDO-P14745

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