Learning Support Assistant at Medical Needs Teaching Service - Leeds

6 Days Remaining

Job Reference #

EDV/2026/MNTSL/21255

Location

Queenswood Education Centre, 6 Foxcroft Close, Leeds, LS6 3NT

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£21,661.00 - £22,353.00 Annually (Actual)

Hours Per Week

Weeks Per Year

Closing Date

Midday, Fri 5th Jun, 2026

Start Date

1 September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

w/c 15 June

Interview Date(s) w/c 15 June

About this Role

We are seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide academic and pastoral support to pupils with medical and mental health needs. The role focusses on enabling young people to engage successfully with day-to-day learning.

The successful candidate will:

• have excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.

• be well organised, have a calm manner and a flexible approach.

• be able to contribute to the MNTS whole service vision

The Medical Needs Teaching Service (MNTS) is a service commissioned by Leeds Local Authority through a Service Level Agreement with the East Specialist Inclusive Learning Centre. The MNTS delivers outstanding learning in four settings across Leeds to children and young people who cannot attend school because of health needs. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All candidates that are successfully selected for an interview will be required to complete a self-disclosure form. Appointments will be to the Medical Needs Teaching Service which is part of the East SILC and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference check.

We offer an extensive range of opportunities and benefits. All staff benefit from a robust induction programme and a strong commitment to continuous professional development, career progression and equal opportunities. 

A strong culture of wellbeing, supported by the Schools Advisory Service, including:  
Fast‑track GP access 
Physiotherapy 
Counselling support 
A thorough induction programme 
Strong commitment to professional development and training

Please contact Jane Stimson/Mel Bond on 0113 336 8060 if you require further information. Please note the Service will be closed for half term from Friday 22 May 2026. We reopen on Monday 1 June 2026.

Contact Details

  jane stimson
  0113 3368060
  jane.stimson@eastsilc.org

Medical Needs Teaching Service - Leeds would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

Please show that you have the knowledge asked for in the Employee Specification gained either through work, education, home, or voluntary activities.
Please show that you have the experience asked for in the Employee Specification gained either through work, home, or voluntary activities.
Please show that you have the skills asked for in the Employee Specification gained either through work, home, or voluntary activities.