Job details Job role Teaching assistant Visa sponsorship Visas cannot be sponsored Subject Special Education Needs (SEN) Working pattern Part time Contract type Permanent Full-time equivalent salary £27,779.00 - £30,564.00 Annually (FTE)Actual salary £20,928.10 to £23,026.26 Learning Support Classroom Lead job summary Learning Support Classroom Lead 32.5 hours per week, Term Time (39 Weeks per year) Support Staff D Scale £27,779 to £30,564 FTE per annum, (Actual salary £20,928.10 to £23,026.26) Permanent contract from September 2025 Working days Monday to Friday Make a Lasting Impact Every Day Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning? Do you thrive in a role that requires empathy, resilience, and a proactive mindset? If so, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role We're looking for a Learning Support Classroom Lead to join our dynamic Learning Support Department. This is a key role supporting pupils with bespoke curriculums, behavioural needs, and emotional challenges. You will: Support pupils who are out of the classroom for a variety of reasons. Help students manage behaviour through self-regulation strategies Implement Behaviour Support Plans in collaboration with the SENCO and SEN team Provide pastoral care and build pupil resilience and self-esteem Work with families, staff, and external agencies to ensure holistic support Track progress and maintain accurate record Key Responsibilities Support pupils with behavioural, emotional, and attendance challenges Supervise students not following a standard timetable Help assess needs and develop tailored support strategies Promote reintegration for pupils returning from absence or exclusion Act as a mentor and positive role model Encourage ownership of learning and behaviour Who We are Looking For We are seeking someone who: Believes every child can succeed Is empathetic, resilient, and proactive Understands barriers to learning and how to overcome them Communicates clearly and is highly organised Works well in a team and values professional development Holds GCSEs (Grade C/4 or above) in English and Maths Experience in Learning Support or SEN is desirable, but not essential - full training will be provided. Why Join The Romsey School? Our June 2023 OFSTED report (rated 'Good') highlights our supportive leadership and strong community. We offer: A friendly, collaborative team Excellent student behaviour Ongoing professional development On-site nursery and free parking Generous pension contributions A chance to make a real difference every day The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service. Further information about the job The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. Visas cannot be sponsored. If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can tracked-linktrack auxclick->tracked-linktrack contextmenu->tracked-linktrack" data-tracked-link-target="link" data-link-type="international_teacher_advice_link_job_listing" href="https://getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/non-uk-teachers">help you understand your next steps. Commitment to safeguarding The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service. Applying for the job This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job. CVs will not be accepted for this application.