Job Description

Ripplevale School is a successful Independent Special School for pupils aged between 6-18. We provide a nurturing and caring environment for pupils with ASD.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and resilient Learning Support Assistant at our Lower School in Broadstairs for our Primary pupils. If you are passionate about working with children with ASD, then this role is for you.

The post is Fixed Term to 31st July 2026 Monday to Friday 8.30 - 3.45, term time only, plus 70 inset hours (pro rata) which presently includes Tuesday early evening twilight sessions.

Our pupils cover a wide range of academic abilities, as a Learning Support Assistant you will be supporting pupils with autism in all areas of the curriculum under the guidance of the class teacher.

We encourage visits to our schools, and would love for you to come and meet our wonderful children and staff and see us in action. Should you wish to take up this opportunity, please email Human Resources.

To join our highly collaborative and supportive team, please email hr@ripplevaleschool.co.uk to request an application pack. Applications are only accepted on a Ripplevale School application form. CVs on their own will be rejected.

Shortlisted candidates may be observed working with the children as part of the selection process.

Start Date:

as soon as possible thereafter

App Close Date

: 16th January 2026

Interviews:

To be confirmed

Safeguarding

Ripplevale School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be required to:

Have an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and the successful candidate, as per KCSIE will also be required to have an online search undertaken. This is also considered for all shortlisted candidates.

Ensure you are aware of all Ripplevale School's Safeguarding Policies.

Please note

: This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

Pay:

NJC 3 - 5 (12.89 - 13.30)

Start Date:

as soon as possible

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 12.89 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person