1:1 Learning Support Assistant
Location: Crookhey Hall School, Cockerham, Lancaster, LA2 0HA
Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 4:00pm
Start: February 2026
UK Applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship
Get Paid for 5 Days, Work Just 4
At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay.*
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG!
After 6 weeks in post, you’ll qualify for our 4-day working week — giving you more time for yourself while still receiving full pay!
Make a real difference
At Crookhey Hall School, we’re looking for a passionate 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to join our vibrant, supportive community. This role is more than a job — it’s a chance to empower a young learner, helping them overcome challenges, grow in confidence, and achieve their full potential.
About the Role
You’ll work directly with an individual pupil with specific educational and behavioural needs, providing personalised support that’s consistent, compassionate, and effective. Working closely with teachers, the SENCo, and therapists, you’ll implement tailored strategies and celebrate every success — big or small.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide 1:1 support to an individual pupil, helping them navigate their learning and personal development
* Implement and adapt personalised educational and behavioural plans aligned with their Individual Education Plan (IEP)
* Monitor progress, celebrate achievements, and address challenges in learning and behaviour
* Support emotional regulation and resilience through patient, empathetic guidance
* Collaborate with teachers, SENCo, and therapists to ensure a holistic approach
* Supervise and support during breaks, lunch, transitions, and off-site activities
Essential Skills & Qualifications
* GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C/4+)
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Patience, resilience, and initiative
* Full UK driving licence
* Ability to build trusting relationships and maintain high expectations
* Basic IT literacy and willingness to learn
Desirable (but not essential)
* Experience in education, care, or SEN settings
* Relevant qualifications (Childcare, Education, Social Care)
* Experience supporting pupils with Autism or SEMH needs
You’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team where your contribution matters every day. Enjoy professional growth, make meaningful connections, and see the difference you make in a pupil’s life.
Welcome to Crookhey Hall School
Crookhey Hall School is a specialist Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) school for boys and girls aged 10 to 17. Set in a 15-acre countryside site near Lancaster, we offer a calm and structured environment where pupils can grow in confidence, build self-esteem, and achieve their goals.
We provide a tailored education experience that nurtures not only academic and vocational skills but also personal development and emotional wellbeing. Our dedicated team helps every pupil unlock their potential and prepare for a brighter, more independent future.
We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care.
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 Acorn Education?
We put pupil outcomes at the heart of everything we do, so every day you’ll know your work is making a meaningful impact.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
* “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
* Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista:
o Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
o Hundreds of UK and international discounts
o Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
o Critical illness cover
o 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.
*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.
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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