Job Description

Learning Support Assistant

Part-Time and Full-Time applicants will be considered

Working Hours between 08:00 & 16:30

Working Days between Monday & Friday (Term Time only)

Closing date: 12pm Friday 2nd January 2026

The Peterborough School (TPS) is an Independent Day School delivering exceptional education and nurturing children from Nursery through to Sixth Form. The School is set in beautiful and historic grounds with excellent facilities, in the heart of Peterborough, benefitting from both superb transport links and our own secure car park.

We are now seeking to recruit a highly effective, qualified Learning Support Assistant to join our successful team. The appointed person will deliver high quality SEND support for learning, both in and out of the classroom. They will work with a team of staff to provide excellent support to SEND students across both the Preparatory and Senior School. The Learning Support Assistant will provide in class support at the direction of the class teacher and Head of Individual Learning and also prepare, deliver and assess the impact of specific interventions.

At The Peterborough School we have high standards and expectations and we are interested in education in the fullest sense. Our curricular and extra-curricular programme, combined with excellent pastoral support, reflect our commitment to ensuring that our pupils benefit from a first-class education in a supportive setting.

All our staff are integral to our mission, inspiring the minds of our children, optimising their potential and challenging them both academically and holistically, whilst supporting each other to make that happen. Staff wellbeing is a key priority of our Governors and Senior Leadership Team and is promoted throughout the School.

We would love to hear from you if you have taken a look at our Person Specification and and you think you would like to learn more about us.

The School has its own salary scale, free school lunches and free on-site staff parking, as well as other perks.

More details and an application form are available from the 'Contact Us' section of our website www.thepeterboroughschool.co.uk

Closing date: 12pm Friday 2nd January 2026

Interviews: To be arranged

Pupil Learning and Curriculum Content

Assisting class teachers' in the implementation of set tasks for pupils.

Helping to raise standards of achievement of specific pupils.

Preparing, delivering and assessing the impact of specific interventions.

Recording observations of children to inform:

class teacher's planning assessment of progress implemented or required SEND support children's annual review of EHCP
Providing feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher.

Where necessary, accompanying children and teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities.

Learning and Supporting Strategies

Helping to implement lesson plans and encouraging children to stay on task.

Supporting children using SEND based strategies when required.

Motivating pupils to achieve their potential.

Encouraging children to communicate positively.

Helping children to understand instructions.

Ensuring pupils feel comfortable and confident in their own abilities.

Supporting pupils on an individual basis to access the subject matter provided by the class teacher.

Assisting in the development of varying skills that supports the pupil's learning skills.

Assisting in the production of teaching and learning aids.

When necessary, supporting the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate.

To provide individual support, as required, during tests and examination sessions.

The Classroom Environment

Assisting in providing an atmosphere in which effective learning can take place.

Modelling good practice.

Working Relationships

Developing positive relationships with the pupils to assist pupil progress and attainment and maintain good discipline.

Helping to ensure the inclusion of all children.

Providing feedback to Head of Individual Learning and class teachers on pupils.

Personal and Social Care

Assisting in the personal and social care of pupils and in the development of related skills.

Supporting teaching staff in providing for the safe supervision of pupils inside and outside the classroom.

Assisting in the general welfare of pupils.

Key Accountabilities

Delivering high quality SEND support for academic learning and pastoral care of children.

Supervising pupils as appropriate and assisting with other school and curricular activities as directed (at a level that is consistent with the status and grading of the post).

Looking after the personal health and safety of the pupils by administering first aid (at a level which is appropriate to the post holder's knowledge and ability) and assisting as necessary in accordance with the school's policies and practices.

Administrative Duties

Providing written feedback on the progress of children and impact of interventions.

To take part in training activities offered by the school to further knowledge and skills of working with children with specific learning difficulties.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

English and Mathematics GCSE grade C or above Appropriate (Minimum Level 2 or 3) SEND qualifications and/or training for Teaching Assistants
Desirable

Level 4 qualifications relevant to the role First Aid qualifications

Experience

Desirable

Experience of working within a classroom environment and supporting a classroom teacher. Experience of working with a child with specific learning needs

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Ability to promote positive behaviour Observation skills Knowledge of how to make learning accessible for a child with ASD Has excellent communication and oral and written presentational skills Good ICT skills An ability to generate self confidence in pupils Ability to use other equipment e.g. photocopier

Personal Competencies and Qualities

Essential

Ability to relate well to children and adults Ability to manage time demands and ensure deadlines are met Ability to work as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and own position within these A willingness to contribute to the School's ethos Can show enthusiasm, tenacity and resilience with the ability to work under pressure, while maintaining a sense of humour
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application question(s):

Do you have a Teaching Assistant and/or SEND Qualification? If so, please confirm the Level and Course Title.
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person