Learning Support Assistant

‘Are you seeking a new and rewarding challenge? Do you have a genuine passion for making a difference? If your answer is a resounding 'Yes,' then you might be the ideal candidate we're searching for.’ 

About Pontefract Academies Trust 

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve. 

The Trust is renowned for its commitment to excellence and has achieved remarkable success. Our primary outcomes at Key Stage 2 now sit 27% above the national average, with five out of the seven in the top 5% in the country for combined outcomes. Two of our primary schools – De Lacy and Carleton Park – were recognised as Outstanding across all areas in their 2024 Ofsted inspections. 

Our secondary schools Key Stage 4 results for English, Maths and Science are well above national average and both schools had successful visits from Ofsted in 2024 and 2022. 

About Carleton High School 

Carleton High School is a warm and welcoming school, where there is a strong community feel. We are an exceptionally high achieving school, with academic outcomes for progress consistently being significantly over national. For the last 5 years we have consistently gained strong results becoming one of the top schools in Wakefield.   In our recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024, we were recognised as ‘Good Improving’ which acknowledges the extraordinary improvements that Carleton High School has made.    

Within the DNA of the school is the core focus to improve life chances for our students. Our students uphold values of respect, responsibility, determination, and excellence which enable them to become the best versions of themselves.  This is an extremely exciting time to be joining Carleton High School as we continue on our journey to becoming an outstanding school.    

About the role 

We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking, motivated Learning Support Assistant to become part of our team at Carleton High School. We are looking for someone with a proactive 'can-do' attitude and a passion for doing whatever it takes. Beyond that, we are looking for an individual who demonstrates the potential to excel in their role.   

The successful candidate will be responsible for:   

• supporting pupil’s learning and attending to pupils’ personal needs in order to support teaching and learning in the classroom and across the school.  
• supporting the preparation, planning and implementation of individual and group learning activities and intervention programmes across the school.   
• There may also be times when you are required to work with pupils who have additional needs.  

The role is for 27.5 hours a week, during school terms plus two extra days, adding up to 192 working days a year. It’s a fixed-term contract for 12 months, ending on 31 August 2026.  

What can we offer you?  

We’re passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:  

• Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities, 
• Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing.  
• For the 2025/26 academic year, we will be providing staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) Days.  These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals. 
• Generous employer pension- West Yorkshire Pension Fund - (LGPS), 
• Generous annual leave entitlements paid as part of your annual salary (starting from 26 days annual leave, up to a maximum of 33 days dependent on length of service and grade of role – plus 8 statutory bank holidays), 
• Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance, 
• Cycle to work scheme  
• Blue Light Card 
• Discounted gym membership   
• Free eyecare via Specsavers  
• Childcare vouchers  
• Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters), 
• Discounts at numerous retailers including O2  
• Free flu vaccinations. 

School Visits 

Potential candidates are encouraged and very welcome to visit our school. This is a great opportunity to explore our facilities, meet our dedicated staff, and get a feel for the vibrant community we have built here. We look forward to welcoming you and answering any questions you may have. 

Key Dates 

• Application Deadline: 10:00am, Friday 4th July 2025 
• Interview Date: TBC 
• Start Date: 1st September 2025 

Application Process 

• Complete application form via our website: https://www.pontefractacademiestrust.org.uk/vacancies 

Important Links 

Pontefract Academies Trust Website: https://www.pontefractacademiestrust.org.uk/  

Trust Strategic Plan for 2025 to 2028: https://www.pontefractacademiestrust.org.uk/strategy2025-2028/ 

Carleton High School Website: https://carletonhigh.patrust.org.uk/  

Further Information 

• Contact: 01977 781555 or recruitment@carletonhigh.patrust.org.uk 

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.  The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare.  

Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.