Learning Support Assistant

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Job Title:  Learning Support Assistant
Location:  Brookthorpe Hall School, Gloucester, GL4 0UN
Hours:  40 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.30pm
Salary:  £23,638.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract:  Fixed Term until 31/12/2027 | Term Time Only
Start:  January 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

As a Pastoral Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with autism and associated social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs to thrive in a safe, structured and nurturing environment. Working closely with the Pastoral Support Team, you will provide high-quality pastoral care, promote positive behaviour, and help pupils overcome barriers to learning, development and wellbeing.

You will build positive relationships with pupils, families, colleagues, therapists and external agencies to ensure every young person receives the support they need to succeed. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils will be at the heart of everything you do.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing pastoral support, guidance and encouragement to pupils across the school.

• Supporting pupils to develop positive behaviour, emotional regulation, confidence and self-esteem.

• Helping to create a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment where all pupils can achieve their potential.

• Working collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, families and external professionals to support individual pupil needs.

• Recording and maintaining relevant educational, social and behavioural information.

• Contributing to the implementation of behaviour, inclusion and wellbeing strategies across the school.

• Assisting with the day-to-day organisation and smooth running of the school.

• Supporting the personal development, wellbeing and progress of all pupils.

• Contributing positively to the wider life and community of the school.

• Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of pupils at all times.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a caring, resilient and proactive individual who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Maths.

• Experience working with pupils, ideally within an education, care or support setting.

• An understanding of autism and/or social, emotional and mental health needs.

• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• The ability to remain calm, patient and professional in challenging situations.

• Good organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.

• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and promoting positive outcomes for all pupils.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people as part of a dedicated and supportive team.

About Us

Brookthorpe Hall School is a new independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 7 to 16, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs, SEMH/ASD/Complex trauma. Our dedicated team will work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life.

We are part of Options Autism and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance

• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks

• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:

  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits

  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts

  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme

  • Critical illness cover

  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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