Learning Support Assistant

Fairmead Community Special School transforms the lives of pupils aged between 4-19 years with additional learning needs (MLD and ASD). The school works in partnership with parents/carers and other stakeholders to develop our pupils in becoming positive individuals who make a valuable contribution to their community.

Full time based on 34.50 Hours per week, Term Time only (39 weeks).

Part-time hours are negotiable, Term Time only (39 weeks)

Grade 14 – £20,751 (full time annual gross salary). Part-time salary reflective or hours worked.

Working hours Full-time -34.50 working hours. We can also offer supply hours for those who do not want to conform to a routine working week.

We are seeking to appoint outstanding Learning Support practitioners who are compassionate, dynamic and resourceful individuals to join our dedicated and hardworking team of skilful support staff to work across the whole school. A desired element to this role would be experience of supporting young people with Autism and moderate learning needs. For more details, please refer to the application information pack.

To obtain an application pack please visit our website or contact Recuritment@fairmeadschool.com

Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit our school; this can be arranged by contacting SPhipps@fairmeadschool.com

Closing/Shortlisting Date: 8 February 2026

Interviews: Thursday 12 February 2026

Fairmead School is committed to safeguarding the school community. All job applications must contain the disclosure of any spent convictions and cautions. The school will carry out pre-employment vetting procedures, which include an online search for shortlisted candidates and the successful outcome of an Enhanced DBS.