Learning Support Teacher

This post might suit an experienced Learning Support Assistant who is aspirational for a greater level of engagement within the Learning Support Department.

As Learning  Support  Teacher

·      Information Management:

Collate, maintain and disseminate relevant student information, including Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), action plans, and recommended teaching strategies to ensure staff are well-equipped to support learners with SEND.

·      Targeted Support & Literacy Development:

Organise, oversee, and contribute to the learning support provision for identified students—particularly focusing on academic literacy and supporting students in producing high-quality written work.

·      Data and Records:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the SEND database.

·      EHCP Oversight:

Support the Head of Learning Support in liaising with relevant outside agencies to ensure that individual pupil special additional. educational needs are met. Support annual reviews for students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), monitoring implementation and progress toward agreed outcomes throughout the academic year. 

·      Whole-School Strategy and Training:

Develop and promote effective SEND teaching practices. Share strategies and resources with staff through INSET and personalised guidance as needed.

·      Professional Development:

Stay abreast of national developments in SEND. Attend relevant training and support the Head of Learning Support in ensuring best practice is embedded across the School.

·      Policy Review:

Support the Head of Learning Support in reviewing and updating the School’s SEND policy.

·      Admissions & Suitability:

Support the Head of Learning Support in the review process of prospective students to assess the School’s capacity to meet their individual needs.

·      Strategic Intervention Design:

Contribute to the development and implementation of targeted strategies to enhance the learning experience at all key stages. Use data to inform decisions and ensure pupil voice is central to all interventions.

·      Cover & Teaching Support:

Provide occasional classroom cover when required. Uphold high standards of teaching room care and ensure adherence to Health and Safety regulations.

·      Pastoral Collaboration:

As necessary to attend Key Stage meetings and liaise closely with the wider pastoral team and safeguarding leads to ensure a joined-up approach to supporting SEND students.

·      Safeguarding:

As necessary to consult with the safeguarding team to monitor the wellbeing of vulnerable students and ensure safeguarding concerns are appropriately managed. Be prepared to undertake safeguarding training, if not already completed.

·      In-House Assessment:

Support the Head of Learning Support in planning and implementing a screening programme for all students both on entry to the School and at appropriate points as they progress through the School. Support the running of in-house assessments (e.g., Star Reader, Exact). Support other SEND assessments as necessary.

·      Learning Environment:

Conduct class observations to identify barriers to learning and provide support to teaching staff. Monitor classroom accessibility for SEND students.

·      Exam Access Arrangements:

Support the Head of Learning Support in conducting assessments for exam access arrangements, including the completion of Form 8s and the collation of supporting evidence in line with JCQ regulations. As required, to work with the Examinations Officer to ensure that the necessary arrangements are made to support students in both internal and external examinations.

·      Wider Pastoral Role:

Serve as a form tutor and contribute to the School’s pastoral care and development framework.

Curriculum Responsibilities:

·      Deliver high-quality support to individuals and targeted cohorts of students identified as requiring learning support.

·      Plan and assess interventions focused on literacy and academic literacy, with a particular emphasis on tracking and accelerating student progress and achievement.

·      Support and assess students’ development in subject-specific written work, ensuring alignment with curriculum standards and examination requirements.

·      Maintain accurate and up-to-date curricular records, assessments, and progress reports (including routine reporting to parents). Ensure all work set in relation to learning support interventions is marked promptly and constructively.

·      Collaborate with teaching staff to refine and develop effective differentiation strategies, ensuring these are embedded across units of work and adapted for various exam specifications.

·      Promote and uphold health and safety standards across all teaching activities, ensuring procedures are clearly understood and consistently applied.

General Responsibilities:

·      Contribute to whole-school cover supervision as required, ensuring continuity of learning for identified classes.

·      Participate fully in the School’s performance management and appraisal processes, setting clear professional development goals and reflecting on progress.

·      Attend staff meetings, briefings, and relevant departmental or cross-school forums as appropriate.

·      Maintain effective communication and collaboration with class teachers and Form Tutors to support student progress and wellbeing.

·      Ensure all professional responsibilities—including planning, reporting, and administrative tasks—are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.

Follow all school policies and procedures consistently, upholding high standards of conduct and professionalism.

Qualifications:

·      Educated to at least Level 6 at GCSE in Mathematics, or equivalent experience in supporting students

·      Educated to at least Level 6 at GCSE in English Language, or equivalent experience in supporting students

·      Educated to degree level (desirable)