Learning Support Assistant (Alternative Pathway Provision)

The role

We are seeking a suitably qualified and highly motivated individual to support the secondary specialist provision for young people with identified Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs at Dinnington High School.

As a Learning Support Assistant (Alternative Pathway Provision), you will support students across a range of ages, abilities and emotional needs, working in both 1:1 and small-group settings to help them re-engage with learning in a structured, safe, and supportive environment. Young people in our specialist provision require consistency, stability, and positive role models who can respond to their needs with patience and empathy. Your role is to support their academic engagement, emotional regulation, and social development while ensuring their school experience is as productive, safe, and beneficial as possible.

The successful candidate will join a committed team of staff to further improve learning, teaching and student outcomes. An understanding or experience of working with vulnerable young people and those with learning or behaviour difficulties is essential. You will also be flexible enough to meet the changing demands of a busy school day and able to organise and prioritise your workload to meet deadlines. Excellent communication skills, as well as strong attention to detail and an enthusiastic approach to your work is essential.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and develop the confidence and skills they need to succeed.

About Dinnington High School

Dinnington High School is a growing 11-18 Academy with a positive reputation at the heart of the local community.

As part of the New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT), we believe every role makes a difference in shaping young people’s futures. We are a values-driven and inclusive organisation where 96% of staff say they feel a shared sense of purpose and pride. Our culture is supportive and forward-thinking, with a strong focus on wellbeing, flexibility, and professional development for all staff.

Please explore our Employer of Choice page to learn more: https://nclt.ac.uk/employer-of-choice/

Our benefits include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• Flexible working and special leave policies

• Lieu days and annual wellbeing day

• Funded CPD and professional development opportunities

• Strong track record of internal promotion

• Access to wellbeing support and occupational health services

• Cycle to Work Scheme and technology purchase scheme

• Modern, well-equipped working environments

• Free on-site parking (at most locations)

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Closing Date: 9am on Monday 13th July 2026.

NCLT will raise standards across our family of schools and colleges. We will promote a culture of aspiration, excellence and enjoyment. We will use our collective strengths and expertise to benefit our children and young people. A charitable company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales (company number: 09257194).

NCLT has a commitment to safeguarding students and the successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks in line with Safer Recruitment guidance. It is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We value diversity and actively promote equality of opportunity. As a Disability Confident Leader, all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a post will be offered an interview.