Learning Support Assistant

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Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Copper Fields School, Gunnislake, PL18 9EH
Salary:     £22,160.62 per annum (£13.25 per hour) (not pro rata)
Hours:      37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Rota:        Monday 8.30am – 5.00pm | Tuesday to Friday 8.30am – 3.45pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:        March 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay*.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, and others will soon join in. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG!

About the Role

We’re looking for a motivated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our team at Copper Fields School. You will help pupils with varied and complex needs reach their potential academically, socially, and emotionally. This is a rewarding role for anyone passionate about supporting learning in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.

You will:

• Work with individual pupils and small groups to support learning and development

• Assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons tailored to pupils’ needs

• Prepare classrooms, resources, and materials to create engaging learning environments

• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage participation and engagement

• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development

• Monitor and provide feedback on pupil progress to teaching staff

• Contribute to the creation and implementation of individual education plans

• Assist in maintaining high standards of behaviour, safeguarding, and pupil wellbeing

• Support extra-curricular activities, trips, and learning experiences as required

• Work collaboratively as part of a team, sharing best practice and supporting colleagues

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is motivated to make a difference in the lives of pupils with SEN/ASC

• Has excellent interpersonal skills and patience

• Can work flexibly and creatively to support learning

• Demonstrates resilience, positivity, and a willingness to learn

• Has previous experience in education (desirable but not essential)

About Us

Copper Fields School is a specialist co-educational school in Gunnislake, Cornwall, supporting pupils aged 4–16 with autism, communication and language needs, and additional complex needs. In a nurturing and inclusive environment, pupils receive personalised support to develop academically, socially, and emotionally. Our broad and balanced curriculum, enriched by outdoor learning and local community experiences, fosters independence, confidence, and personal growth. Copper Fields celebrates every individual, empowering pupils to achieve their best outcomes and prepare for life beyond school.

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

*Subject to successful probation. Not a contractual benefit.

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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