Learning Support Assistant

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed Learning Support Assistant to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils in their learning, development and wellbeing, helping them to engage confidently in school life and achieve their full potential.

Working alongside teachers and other colleagues, you will provide support to individuals and small groups, helping to create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment. We are looking for someone who is patient, adaptable and able to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.

Previous experience of working with children or young people would be an advantage, but most importantly, we are looking for someone with the right attitude, enthusiasm and commitment to making a positive difference.

Richard De Clare Community Academy is part of Bridge Academy Trust. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment where every pupil is supported to thrive., At Richard de Clare Community Academy we aim to ensure that all children have a happy and successful experience at our school. All that we do is underpinned by our core school rules of being kind, being safe and being respectful. We believe that all children have the right to be respected and have the responsibility to learn how to respect others.

Richard de Clare Community Academy is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.