Overview
TieTalent – Kingston Upon Hull, United Kingdom
Learning Support Assistant
Location: Barton School, Barton-upon-Humber DN18 6DA
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Salary: £22,300 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent; Term Time only
Start: September 2025
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
Barton School is a specialist setting for children and young people with autism, aged 5 to 19. Due to ongoing growth projects, we are expanding our team and offer a fantastic opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated school community.
About the Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support teachers in delivering creative and individualised learning experiences tailored to the educational needs of each pupil. Your work will help maximise each pupil’s progress, confidence, and ability to thrive in and out of the classroom. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children with varied and complex needs and is looking to start or continue a rewarding career in education. You will work in a school with a strong safeguarding culture, where pupils are listened to, respected, and actively involved in their learning journey.
Key Responsibilities
* Work with individual pupils or small groups to promote engagement and learning
* Prepare classrooms and materials to meet a range of learning styles
* Assist in the planning and delivery of creative, tailored lessons
* Build positive relationships with pupils and staff to support development and well-being
* Support pupils in developing both academic and life skills in a safe, inclusive environment
Who We’re Looking For
* Calm, engaging, and resilient under pressure
* Works well as part of a supportive and collaborative team
* Motivated to make a real difference in the lives of young people
* ideally has experience in a Special Educational Needs (SEN) setting or similar environment
* Holds GCSEs at grade C/4 or above in Maths and English
About Us
Options Barton School provides specialist education for pupils aged 8-19 years with Autism and associated complex needs and behaviours that challenge. Based in Barton Upon Humber, North Lincolnshire, we are within easy reach of Barton, Scunthorpe, Doncaster, Hull and surrounding towns. For over 16 years, Options Autism has provided care and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we lead in setting and delivering new approaches with measurable outcomes. In 2024, Outcomes First Group was certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Why Join
We place the outcomes of pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of our work. Your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare; all applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important, with an exceptional reward package including:
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with optional increased contributions
* "Your Wellbeing Matters" – access to mental health support services and physical health checks
Additionally, a market-leading Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) offers:
* Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* Discount options in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Other notes: You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay; 4DWW is subject to probation and is not a contractual benefit.
Equal Opportunity: Outcomes First Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. The recruitment process is fair, thorough, and efficient, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. All stages are subject to safeguarding checks and statutory requirements.
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