Job Description

Excelsior Academy, part of Laidlaw Schools Trust, are seeking to appoint a

Learning Support Assistant

to start as soon as possible.

This is a term time only role, Salary: 26,409 to 27,711 (FTE), 22,319 to 23,419 (actual salary)

The Learning Support Assistant will work in partnership with teaching staff to support students in overcoming barriers to learning. They will work directly with students, providing one to one or group support as required.

If you have experience as a Learning Support Assistant or similar role then this could be the role for you. We would also welcome interest from candidates who are considering teaching as a career, and who would like to gain some experience within a classroom setting.

Working at Excelsior will challenge you but the rewards are huge. Successful candidates will play an important role in our continuous drive for further improvement.

At Laidlaw Schools Trust we appreciate the amazing work that our people do every day and like to reward our staff through benefits that are mentally, physically and financially rewarding. To see a complete list of our benefits please visit:

https://www.laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk/120/benefits

To apply online and see the full job description and person specification please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Learning_Support_Assistant_SEN_Specialism/286924

If you require assistance with your application please contact: recruitment@laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk

Closing Date for applications is: 9am on 31st October 2025

If you wish to have an informal discussion about this post, please contact: exahr@excelsiornewcastle.org.uk

We are an equal opportunities employer strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their commitment to children's safeguarding. All successful appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a range of other pre-employment recruitment checks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,409.00-27,711.00 per year

Work Location: In person