Learning Support Assistant

## Learning Support Assistant### We are searching for the best education professionals* Learning Support AssistantNEWFast Apply# Learning Support AssistantEmployerLocation: Coventry, West MidlandsContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: Grade 3 £19,196 to £20,125Posted: 26th March 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 13th April 2026 11:59 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1542433Job Reference: Learning Support AssistantStart Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1542433* Share :You will be employed by the trust which consists of five schools led by Sidney Stringer Academy. The schools are Radford Primary Academy, Ernesford Grange Community Academy, Riverbank Academy (Special School), Sidney Stringer Primary School and Sidney Stringer Academy.We are looking to appoint a Learning Support and Healthcare Assistant to join our Learning Support Team, to develop an understanding of the special educational needs of the student/s concerned.Approximately 20% of the students at the Academy are identified as SEND and within this there is a varied spectrum of additional needs. We strive to ensure that all students have equal access to a broad and balanced curriculum and our LSAs are integral to this.**Job overview**Under the instruction/guidance of teacher or AP Inclusion and within the overall ethos of the Academy, implement learning programmes and activities to support individuals or groups of students, including more specific support for those with special educational needs. This work may take place in the classroom or in other teaching areas.**Job requirements*** Good numeracy/literacy skills* Evidence of having worked with children in some capacity* Basic understanding of child development and learning* Knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of legislation* Ability to safely assist students with physical disabilities to navigate the school environment using specialised equipment, ensuring their full access to the curriculum while maintaining the safety of both the student and staff* Adaptability to a range of situations, i.e. when classes need to change at short notice* General understanding of National Curriculum and other basic learning programmesAs a Learning Support & Healthcare Assistant within Sidney Stringer Academy, you’ll be able to make a key difference to a pupil’s educational experience as a crucial part of the wider team, and will have the opportunity to develop your skill set with key training and development opportunities available.**Hours**32.50 hours per week – term time only plus 5 days8:30 am to 3:30 pm – Monday to Friday**Interview date – Thursday 16 April 2026**### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Sidney Stringer Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Sidney Stringer AcademyPart of### Sidney Stringer Multi Academy Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr