Job Description

Role:

Learning Support Assistant

Hours:

18.25 hours per week, term time only

Start Date:

26 August 2025

About the role

Al-Islamia Institute for Education is seeking a compassionate, adaptable, and proactive Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work closely with a pupil with cerebral palsy in our warm and inclusive school environment. The successful candidate will support the pupil to access the full curriculum, participate safely and confidently in physical activities, including PE, and make progress in their academic learning alongside their peers.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to a child's development and well-being in a school grounded in strong Islamic values and a child-centred approach to learning.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 in-class support to help the pupil access learning in reading, writing and maths Offer practical support in PE lessons, ensuring safety, encouragement and engagement Prepare adapted resources and scaffold tasks where necessary Reinforce learning through pre-teaching, guided practice and reinforcement activities Promote active participation and progress, in line with curriculum expectations Follow advice and strategies from the SENCO and any external professionals Contribute to progress tracking and feedback to inform planning and target-setting Uphold the school's safeguarding and inclusion values in all daily practice

Person Specification

Essential:

A calm, caring and patient manner Strong communication and teamwork skills Good spoken and written English A commitment to the values and ethos of Al-Islamia Institute

Desirable:

Experience of supporting children with SEND, particularly physical needs or mobility impairments Relevant qualifications in supporting children with SEND (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, Moving and Handling) Experience working in a faith-based or values-led school Understanding of EHCPs and how to implement support plans Knowledge of basic first aid and/or manual handling procedures

What We Offer

A supportive and respectful working environment with a strong faith ethos Opportunities for professional development and training, including working with external specialists A school committed to nurturing the academic and spiritual growth of all pupils and staff

Safeguarding Statement

Al-Islamia Institute is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks in line with our safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

How to Apply

Please send yur CV and a statement outlining your suitability for the role, and your commitment to safeguarding, to:

rasheda.haq@alislamia.org.uk

The interview is a two-part process:

Part 1: Virtual interview (these will be offered on an ongoing basis)

Part 2: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a short task relating to the role.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 7.55-12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 18.25 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: LSA Al-Islamia
Expected start date: 26/08/2025