37 hours per week, term time only, 39 weeks per year | Fixed term until 31 August 2026
Starting as soon as possible, Sun Academy is looking for a Level 3 Learning Support Assistant who strives to share their passion for education with our students and join our dedicated team to uphold the academy's vision and values.
We are seeking to appoint a patient, flexible and professional individual with SEND experience to support students in the classroom to ensure that they are making progress academically, socially and emotionally. The ideal candidate will hold GCSE Maths and English, Grade 4/C or above and a Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Teaching Assistant. To succeed, you will have good timekeeping and the ability to work as part of a team and independently. You will have excellent communication and organisational skills.
We are keen to secure a high-calibre professional who can make a telling contribution to our team. The department is part of a well-led, mutually supportive team; there is a very strong commitment to improving standards. The appointed candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues and will be supported by a strong SLT.
About the Academy
At Sun we believe every child is ABLE. We want our children to work hard to achieve their goals, targets and dreams. We believe in ourselves, each other and the future. We make sure each day we learn something new and our curriculum ensures we enjoy our learning.
Sun children flourish through our excellent curriculum. They experience a range of activities, trips and visits which ensure they not only thrive academically but are ready socially and emotionally for life beyond primary school.
This is an exciting time for Sun Academy as we continue our journey to becoming an Outstanding school, following our OFSTED in February 2024, where we remained a Good school.
About Academy Transformation Trust
We are proud to be a part of the Academy Transformation Trust family of academies whose mission is to transform the learning, aspirations and opportunities for their pupils and the communities in which they live. This commitment also extends to staff who are key to their success.
In return, you will benefit from:
Access to continuous personal development programmes. A bespoke platform supporting colleague welfare and benefits, including pension scheme, employee assistance programme (EAP), recognition and reward scheme, health cash plan, cycle to work scheme and discounts on many major high street brands.
For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page.
Closing date: 9.00am on Monday, 3 November 2025.
Interview date: Friday, 7 November 2025.
We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on, ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion or belief. We are a Disability Confident Employer.
The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2025. We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.