Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Barton School, Barton-upon-Humber DN18 6DA
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am - 4.00pm
Salary: £23,638 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time plus 5 Training Days
Start: October 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
At our school, we see potential in every young person and believe the right support can help them achieve amazing things. As a Learning Support Assistant (LSA), you'll play a key role in helping students overcome barriers, grow in confidence and reach their full potential.
This is far more than a classroom support role. You'll be a trusted mentor, positive role model and consistent source of encouragement, building meaningful relationships that help students feel safe, valued and understood. Every day brings new opportunities to make a difference, whether that's celebrating a breakthrough moment, helping a student develop a new skill, or supporting them to achieve goals they never thought possible.
Working alongside dedicated teachers, therapists and specialist staff, you'll help create a nurturing, inclusive and inspiring environment where every student can thrive. If you're passionate about making a genuine impact and want to be part of a team that changes lives, this could be the perfect role for you.
What you will be doing
Support students in the classroom, individually and in small groups, helping them access learning and achieve their goals.
Build positive, trusting relationships that promote confidence, independence and emotional wellbeing.
Encourage positive behaviour and help create a calm, inclusive learning environment.
Work closely with teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised support.
Monitor and celebrate student progress, recognising every success along the way.
Assist with classroom preparation and contribute to engaging learning experiences.
Help ensure the safety, wellbeing and safeguarding of all students at all times
What you will bring
GCSE C/4 in math's and English required.
Is passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their potential.
Is patient, resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
Can build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
Brings enthusiasm, compassion and a proactive approach to every day.
Previous experience in education or an SEN setting is desirable but not essential—we value the right attitude and a genuine commitment to making a difference.
About Us
Options Barton School is a specialist school for children and young people with autism, aged 5 to 19. Following extensive development and refurbishment works, we are expanding our team in preparation for our next intake of students. We are thrilled to offer this exciting opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated and close-knit school community. This is a truly rewarding role, where you can make a significant difference to the lives of young people. We value our Learning Support Assistants and the essential support they provide to the children who attend our school.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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Salary description
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