Learning Support Assistant / ARNA Lead Permanent contract start date ASAP Part Time: Term time only - 32.5 hours per week Pay Scale: NJC Scale 4 - points 9 - 12 (£27,254 - 28,598) pro rata Actual Salary: £20,821.80 - £21,848.60 The Ripley Academy is a popular school located in Mid-Derbyshire close to Nottingham, Derby and Sheffield and within easy reach of the Peak District. We are part of the East Midlands Education Trust and work in close partnership with other schools in the Trust. We are looking to appoint a well organised and skilled Learning Support Assistant with specific responsibility for students within the ARNA (Anxiety Related Non-Attendance) room on a part time basis as detailed above to meet the growing needs of the SEND department. We wish to appoint a person who: Is enthusiastic and flexible Has the ability, commitment and drive to support students to achieve their full potential Can help to raise attainment and achievement Can form positive, professional relationships with students and staff Can uphold The Ripley Way of being ambitious, committed and proud We welcome applications from all who feel they have the above qualities to contribute to our school, who are committed to developing and supporting students with SEND so that they can leave school prepared for the next stage in life. The successful candidates will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion. CVs are not acceptable for this post. The closing date for applications is Monday 9th March 2026 at 9am with interviews to be held shortly after.