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Learning Support Assistant (Teaching Assistant)

Gateways School

Leeds

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Job type:
Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 September 2025
Apply by:
6 August 2025

Job overview

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and energetic Learning Support Assistant to join our team.

We are seeking both experienced and inexperience candidates who have an interest in special educational needs and supporting pupils to thrive.

The Learning Support Assistant will be utilised across the Early Years setting and Prep School to meet growing demand and the needs of all our pupils.

As a Learning Support Assistant you will be expected to guide individuals or small groups of pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), work both within and outside of the classroom, under the direction of the SENCo’s and Teachers as well as independently.

The objectives of a Learning Support Assistant will differ according to the individual requirements of each pupil. The overall function is to support SEN pupils with varied needs through the academic, personal and behavioural elements of school life.

Please view the Applicant Information Pack (selection criteria document) for more details, including the job description and person specification for this role.

Start Date: As soon as possible.


Working Hours: Full time and part time hours between 08:00 – 16:00 Monday – Friday during term time, and all staff training and development days, will be considered. Please advise in your cover letter your desired working pattern.


Salary: Annual salary of £19,048 - £22,260 depending on experience & qualifications (FTE £25,376 - £30,160).

Staff Benefits: Enhanced employer pension contribution of 5%, access to a Staff Wellbeing Room, Free Lunch, Fee remission, Cycle to Work Scheme, Electric Car Scheme and access to an Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured), subject to eligibility.


Application Deadline: Wednesday 6th August 2025 at 9am. Please note, applications will be reviewed as received. If a suitable candidate is presented prior to the deadline, applications will be closed early, therefore early submission is recommended.


Gateways School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expect all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS with barred list check as well as a Prohibition List check (where applicable).



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About Gateways School

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Gateways is situated in an enviable countryside location, but retains close links to both Leeds and Harrogate

Gateways is a friendly, welcoming, close-knit school community that achieves excellent academic results year on year.

Students of all ages develop to their full potential in a challenging, rigorous yet supportive environment and are encouraged to become responsible and caring citizens through our Community Outreach programme and to treat others with respect and kindness.  Gateways welcomes students of all faiths and none.

Staff are supported through a comprehensive Professional Development Scheme

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