How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?
At OFG, our colleagues’ wellbeing is a top priority. That’s why we’re part of a trial for the 4-Day Working Week—meaning you could work 20% less time, for 100% pay.
If successful, we’ll roll this out across the Group, so there’s never been a better time to join #teamOFG!
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Heath Farm School, Ashford
Salary: £18,118.75 per annum
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship
About the Role
We’re growing – and looking for Learning Support Assistants to join our dedicated team at Heath Farm School, part of Acorn Education.
This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about helping young people with special educational needs thrive. Whether you’re experienced in SEN/ASC environments or looking to move into a more meaningful career from sectors like retail or hospitality – we’ll support your journey.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll work closely with our teachers and pupils to:
* Support learning and development tailored to individual needs
* Build positive, supportive relationships
* Prepare engaging classroom environments and learning materials
* Promote interaction and inclusion in and outside the classroom
You’ll be working with children who need consistency, creativity, patience – and someone who genuinely cares.
What You’ll Need
* GCSEs (grade C/4 or above) in English & Maths
* A calm, resilient, and team-oriented approach
* A genuine passion to help every pupil reach their full potential
Why Join Us?
We believe that happy staff make for a happy school. That’s why we offer a benefits package that looks after your whole self:
Your Wellbeing Matters:
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with enhanced contributions
* Access to a wide range of mental health and wellbeing services
* Physical health checks
Your Lifestyle Matters:
Through our Vista Flexible Benefits Platform, you can tailor your perks, including:
* Discount schemes (hundreds of retailers in the UK and abroad)
* Cycle to Work and Electric Car Purchase Schemes
* Critical illness cover
* Enhanced family leave and fertility support
Be part of something bigger—where your work makes a real difference every day.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will undergo social media checks and, if successful, a fully enhanced DBS check.
We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
*You’ll work 80% of your contracted hours for 100% pay—subject to a successful probation period. This is not currently a contractual benefit.
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