Learning Support Assistant

Job Summary

Contract Type:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

Please see advert text

Advert Start Date:

07/11/2025

Advert End Date:

Closed for applications on 26/11/2025 09:00

Salary:

Band 3 £25,583 – £25,989 pro rata (actual £19,389 – £19,696)

Job Category:

Schools - Support

Vacancy ID:

288459

Employment Location:

Ashington

Closing date:

26 Nov

Further Information

Duke’s Secondary School is looking for an enthusiastic, creative and hardworking Learning Support Assistant to support the students and teachers throughout the busy academic year. Day to day duties involve helping the students follow class instructions, supporting the teacher with behaviour management, and helping prepare lesson materials.

The ideal candidate will be resilient, organised and able to work both independently and as a part of a team in a busy classroom environment. You will assist the teacher with the delivery of the lesson and help the students engage in activities.

Please note, this role is 32.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 additional days.

Main Roles and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support learners in their access of learning

• Encourage learners to engage in, and participate in learning activities set by the class teacher.

• Establish good relationships with learners, acting as a role model and responding to the needs of each individual child.

• Support the teacher in the management of learner behaviour.

• Prepare and maintain equipment and resources required to meet learning activities and assist learners in their use.

What Do We Offer?

A supportive and collaborative staff team with a shared passion for education.
A school community that prioritises wellbeing, values, and high expectations
Excellent CPD opportunities and clearly defined career progression routes.
A comprehensive ECT support programme tailored to individual needs.
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 wellbeing support.
On-site childcare provision during term time through The Nest
Free on-site parking.
Cycle to Work Scheme.

If you are looking for the next step in your career and would like to work within a supportive Trust, then we would love to hear from you!

Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.