Learning Support Assistant

Contract Type:                 Temporary until Tuesday 30^th June 2026

Contract Term:                Term Time Only (38 weeks)

Hours:                                   30 hours per week: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:15pm (45-minute break)

Salary:                                   H2 Point 3, £19,871 (FTE 28,617)

Posted:                                 Friday 23^rd January 2026

Closing Date:                    Friday 6^th February, 9am

Job Starts:                          Required ASAP

Interview Date:               Week commencing: Monday 9^th February 2026

The school reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advertised application closing date, should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible. 

Due to continued growth in our student numbers, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, flexible and engaging Learning Support Assistant to join a fantastic team dedicated to providing an inclusive and challenging learning environment for our young people.                                           

The successful candidate will support young students who are having difficulties accessing the curriculum, working flexibly to support students who may have learning and behavioural difficulties, often emotional and social. The role will require scribing for students during mock and formal exams. Previous experience of working in a similar role would be an advantage, but not a requirement as training will be given. If you are passionate about enhancing our students’ educational journey and joining our friendly and caring team, we would very much look forward to your application.

Employee benefits we offer include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression

• Generous Pension Scheme

• Excellent transport links

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support

• Interest free loans for relocation costs

• Interest free loans for season ticket costs for TFL/trains

• Cycle to work scheme

• Contribution to Flu Jabs annually

• Contribution to standard eye care tests

• Employee Referral Scheme

• Dedication to continuing professional development

• Employee discounts on our nursery and primary school out of hours provisions

• Recognised as a National Living Wage Award Employer

Rooks Heath School is part of Tithe Academy, a Multi Academy Trust and sponsors a local primary school and an Alternative Education provider. Our schools work together to drive up standards across the MAT.  We offer excellent PD opportunities and potential for career progression.

Tithe Academy is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The recruitment of the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and registration with the update service. A Certificate of Good Conduct is also required from the successful applicant if they have lived abroad and fulfil relevant requirements.

If you think this role may be for you and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by contacting the school.  We would be happy to facilitate a visit to our site to see the school in operation.      Contact details are: recruitment@rooksheath.harrow.sch.uk

 Please be aware we are unable to support applications which require sponsorship for this role.