Learning Support Assistant (for SEN pupils)

Gosforth, Tyne and Wear
Jesmond Park Academy
Jesmond Park West
Gosforth
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE7 7DP

*This post attracts a Living Wage supplement. In addition to the hourly rate, this post will receive the Living Wage supplement to bring the hourly rate up to a minimum of £13.45 an hour.*

Your Role

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

At Jesmond Park Academy, the Student Support Base is used by at least 30 students across the week on a full time or part time basis. The range of needs supported with the Student Support Base is varied from medical, emotional, SEN and EAL. The role will be varied and interesting, working with a wide range of stakeholders to provide high quality support focused on maximising the outcomes for all students who need support. We are seeking to appoint as soon as possible a suitably qualified Support Assistant. We are looking for an interest in or experience in working with students with a range of needs. This is an opportunity to join a successful Student Support Team. We are looking for applicants with enthusiasm and flexibility. This post is fixed term to cover a maternity leave and will end on 12th February 2027 or earlier, if the substantive postholder returns from maternity.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
  • A competitive salary - as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you’re guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living.
  • Generous annual leave
  • Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking
  • An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals
  • Enthusiastic and motivated students
  • An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development
  • A school with its community at heart
  • An exciting programme of staff well-being activities
  • Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group
If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, or you are unable to complete the online application form and require this in another format please contact us by email: [email protected] or telephone: 0191 429 9797, option 4.

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.

The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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Posted 2026-04-16

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