Level 2 ASD/ADHD Learning Support Assistant

We are seeking an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant with a passion for supporting students with ASD and ADHD learning needs so that they flourish and succeed in their learning. This post is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated person who has a desire to further their knowledge about teaching and learning and contribute to a highly professional and successful team.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

·      A genuine passion for helping students to succeed in their learning

·      High expectations of SEND learners

·      Knowledge of SEND barriers to learning

·      Specific knowledge of learning barriers for ASD and ADHD learners

·      A calm, kind but firm manner

·      The initiative and confidence to innovate strategies to support ASD and ADHD learners in the classroom

·      Excellent, professional communication and interpersonal skills

·      The ability to build positive relationships with students, staff and parents

·      A determined and resourceful approach to supporting learning

·      A sensitive and relentlessly positive approach to supporting students in their learning

·      Teaching assistant qualifications/equivalent and/or a desire to achieve their Level 2 qualification

·      A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

The Role

You will:

·      Work alongside teachers to plan adaptations for ASD and ADHD learners

·      Support the delivery of a variety of lessons and activities

·      Engage in CPD to build a wide repertoire of teaching and learning strategies for supporting ASD and ADHD learners in the classroom

·      Provide 1:1 and small group interventions to support the metacognition of ASD and ADHD learners

·      Create and use resources to support student understanding and self-regulation of their need

·      Monitor the progress of students towards their learning goals, keep records and feedback to teachers and the SENDCo

·      Be aspirational for all SEND learners, and particularly ASD and ADHD learners, promoting positive, supportive and inclusive learning environments

·      Contribute to the development of the SEND team by sharing best practice and supporting others

·      Contribute to the overall wellbeing and pastoral care of students.

We Offer:

The opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team.

The opportunity to work at our prestigious and popular Academy.

Ongoing training and development opportunities.

The chance to make a difference to young people’s lives.

Closing date: Monday 16th June 2025

Further details of the post and application procedure are available from

Mrs Hall, Personnel Manager (01772 646101 / m.hall@lostockhallacademy.org ). 

Lostock Hall Academy is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a successful DBS Enhanced Check and other relevant employment checks.

LOSTOCK HALL ACADEMY TRUST, COMPANY NUMBER 07657427, AN EXEMPT CHARITABLE COMPANY REGISTERED WITH THE DfE