Grades 7 - Learning Support Assistants Required

37 hours per week available

Term time only (39 weeks includes five days training) or 42 weeks (requiring the member of staff to support pupils during Easter and summer holiday clubs - dates are set at the start of each academic year)

Start date: August 2026 with a week of induction training prior to start date

Induction dates: Week commencing 13th July 2026 or 18th August 2026 induction is required prior to commencement of role

Shape Futures: Learning Support Assistants - Preparing for Adulthood focus

Dorothy Goodman School (part of Open Thinking Partnership)

Are you ready to make a real, measurable difference every single day? At Dorothy Goodman School, we don’t just teach; we break down barriers, champion independence and unlock the full potential of children with diverse needs.

If you are looking for a rewarding, fast-paced role that prepares pupils for the future one of these roles could be for you. You will work with staff and pupils to develop life skills and community based learning. You will take responsibility for ordering resources for learning in cooking and managing the kitchen areas in either the primary or secondary site and will be expected to hold or be willing to complete your level 2 food hygiene certification.  

Key information 

• Grade 7: £26,832 – £28,146 FTE 

Actual Salary 39 weeks £22,964 - £24,089 pro rata

                 42 weeks £24,938 - 26,159 pro rata 

(salary dependent on experience, expertise and hours worked)

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Unstoppable Positivity & Resilience: Ready to embrace a problem-solving approach meeting the needs of children and young people.

• Strong Communication: The ability to connect with, listen to, and advocate for our pupils.

• Team Spirit & Flexibility: Adaptability to thrive in an evolving, dynamic environment.

What’s In It For You?

• High Quality Training: Comprehensive induction into teaching, learning, communication and wellbeing strategies that we use to support pupils

• Expert Collaboration: Work side-by-side with a passionate staff team and expert external professionals (Educational Psychologists, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, and Speech & Language Therapists).

• A Culture that Inspires: Be part of an inclusive Trust where individual differences are celebrated

Statutory & Safeguarding Information

Safeguarding & DBS: Open Thinking Partnership (OTP) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Equality & Diversity: OTP promotes equality, challenges discrimination, and proudly welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Please let us know of any additional support or reasonable adjustments you may need at any stage of the recruitment process.

Closing date: Monday 22nd June 

Interviews: Friday 26th June