"The SEND department here is incredibly collaborative. At 10:00 am on any given Tuesday, you will find our team fully integrated into classrooms, working alongside teachers to make sure no student is left behind. We work tirelessly, but we do it as a genuine collective" 

As a Learning Support Assistant at Chipping Norton School, your presence directly shapes the classroom experience for students with additional needs. You will not simply be supervising tasks; you will be the professional partner who creates a calm, purposeful environment where students feel secure enough to achieve. Working across a variety of subjects, your high expectations will help students build the independence and confidence they need to fully belong in our school community. 

What You’ll Bring (Skills & Experience) 

● A visible commitment to supporting students with additional educational and behavioural needs. 

● High expectations of yourself, your colleagues, and the young people you support. 

● The collaborative mindset required to contribute effectively to a dedicated, fast-moving pastoral and SEND team. 

● Excellent communication skills, with the ability to maintain calm, structured boundaries during a busy school day. 

● An alignment with our core values of Everyone Belonging, Everyone Achieving.

The “Why Us” Difference (The Professional Promise) 

● A Culture of Belonging: We live our ethos daily, ensuring our support staff are recognized as skilled professionals and integral members of the wider school team. 

● Workload-Sensitive Environment: We are committed to evidence-informed practices that maximize pupil impact while respecting your time and professional balance. 

● Targeted Professional Development: Access to role-specific learning paths via our online hubs, ensuring your skills in SEND provision continue to grow.# 

The RLT Connection (Our Shared Foundations) 

"Education has the power to change lives... we are better, faster, stronger together." 

Chipping Norton School is proud to be part of the River Learning Trust. Joining us connects you to a stable, mission-driven organisation that prioritises the development and wellbeing of its workforce. 

● Professional Security: Full recognition of continuous public sector service (where there is no break in service) and access to the secure, government-backed Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 

● Shared Growth: Financial support and structured funding pathways for professional qualifications, including apprenticeships. 

● The Whole Person: Access to a comprehensive 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing mental health and wellbeing support for you and your immediate family. 

River Learning Trust and Chipping Norton School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. We are an exempt employer under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. 

We actively value the "different contributions" you can make. We want you to be at your best during the application process; if you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know. 

Note: We do not accept CVs; please apply via My New Term. We reserve the right to interview and appoint exceptional candidates early. 

● Discover Your Impact: see Job Description and application form on My New Term https://mynewterm.com/jobs/137936/EDV-2026-CNS-76629

● Start a Conversation: To arrange an informal discussion about the role or a visit to the school, please contact Bev Martin (HR Manager) bmartin@chippingnortonschool.org 

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