Learning Support Assistant

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Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Groveside School, Reading, RG2 7AY
Salary:     £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours:     37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:        July 2026
UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll support our teachers in delivering creative, tailored teaching to meet the diverse educational needs of our pupils. Your efforts will help maximise each pupil’s achievement and development in a supportive, inclusive environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone starting or continuing their career in education, particularly motivated to inspire learning in pupils with varied and complex needs. You’ll work in a school where safeguarding is paramount, pupils are respected and heard, and where quality is always our priority.

What you’ll do:

• Work closely with individual pupils and small groups on exciting educational activities.

• Support teachers in developing and delivering tailored learning programmes.

• Encourage positive relationships, self-esteem, and social development.

• Assist with classroom organisation, displays, and preparation of learning materials.

• Join our pupils on educational visits and occasional transport to enhance their learning experience.

• Contribute to pupil progress reports and share insights at staff meetings.

What we’re looking for:

• English & Maths GCSE or equivalent.

• A dedicated, patient, and enthusiastic individual.

• Someone who loves working with children and helping them thrive.

• A team player ready to support teachers and embrace new challenges.

About the school

Groveside School is a Brand-New Special Educational Needs School for Pupils 7 - 16 years old with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs. Our school opened in September 2024 and will cater for 60 pupils. 

To the ideal candidate, Groveside School offers the following opportunities:  

• To work in a school that is passionate about all achievement for all pupils.

• To work with fantastic pupils who enjoy a dynamic and engaging curriculum.

• To begin your journey with a strong induction programme tailored to your experience and needs.

• To engage collaboratively within a very supportive environment where professional development is an essential aspect of our daily practice.

• To develop your career.

• To be committed to creating exceptional pupil experiences and learning for all.  

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

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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