Learning Support Assistant 1:1 Support

Midsomer Norton Primary; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational provider in Chippenham is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support for vulnerable young people aged 8-19. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to improving outcomes for pupils, supported by extensive professional development opportunities. This permanent position offers a salary range of £24,074 - £28,603 for term time working hours, with interviews scheduled for January. If you're enthusiastic and passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Professional development courses

Qualifications

• Desirable experience working with children with special educational needs.
• Energetic and imaginative approach to learning support.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with social and emotional needs.
• Help create a positive learning environment in a supportive setting.

Skills

Experience with SEND children or adults

Enthusiastic and imaginative attitude

Ability to contribute positively

Job description

* Learning Support Assistant 1:1 SupportFast Apply# Learning Support Assistant 1:1 SupportEmployerLocation: Chippenham, WiltshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Term TimeSalary: £24,074 - £28,603 (Actual Salary for Term Time)Posted: 11th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 14th January 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1523864Suitable for: ECT (NQT) Graduates; Other Graduates; ApprenticesJob Reference: Learning Facilitator 12/25Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Suitable for: ECT (NQT) Graduates; Other Graduates; Apprentices* Job ID: 1523864* Share :***LEARNING FACILITATOR(LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT) 1:1 Support** 3 Posts available***Hours:** 34.84 hours per week Term time only plus Inset Days - Monday to Thursday 8.30 am to 4.00 pm, Friday 8.30. am to 3.00 pm or 36.84 hors per week Monday 8.30 am to 4.00 pm, Tuesday to Thursday 8.00 am to 4.00 pm, Friday 8.00. am to 3.00 pm**Salary: £24,074 - £28,603 (Actual Salary for Term Time)****Start Date:**23rd February 2026**Closing Date**: Wednesday 14th January 2026**Interviews:** Wednesday 21st January 2026 and Thursday 22nd January 2026**Opportunity**Welcome to Notton House Academy. We are sure you are excited about learning more about the wonderful educational and residential provision that we provide to vulnerable young people aged 8-19. Pupils with an EHCP (Educational and Health Care Plan) are referred to Notton House due to their specific social and emotional needs. Many of our young people have experienced adverse childhood experiences, others have a diagnosis of Autism, ADHD, and many have speech, language, and communication needs; but all of our young people require a bespoke and therapeutic programme, in order to be happy, to achieve and succeed, and to eventually, to lead a healthy, and independent life.Notton House is situated in leafy Wiltshire, between Chippenham and Lacock. The site itself is stunning, with huge grounds, a forest school area, poly tunnel and raised gardening beds for each class, an outdoor gym, and low level traversing wall. Inside the Grade II listed building, are 39 bedrooms, many with en-suites, a cinema room, a fitness suite, a sensory room, and a gaming suite. The art room, food technology suite, and lower school classes, including a private sensory garden, are also situated within the ‘old’ building. Within the purpose built and more modern education block, there are a number of classrooms, a sensory room, a science lab, a library, and a music room. Finally, there are two independent living houses for pupils who can demonstrate they are moving towards adulthood and independence, and who can be trusted to budget, cook, clean, and take care of themselves and others.The Leadership Team and staff at Notton House, are so very pleased that you are considering applying for the position of Learning Facilitator. Without doubt, this is a great opportunity to join our forward thinking team, to support and nurture the young people we cater for. This position would require the successful candidate to start as soon as possible or from January 2024.**Personal Attributes**We are looking for an enthusiastic, imaginative, and energetic Learning Facilitators to join our academy’s vision. We aim for our young people to be kind, stay safe, and show respect. These values underpin all that we do during the day, and the evening. We hope that the successful candidate will be committed to improving the outcomes for the pupils, as well as learning new skills and acquiring knowledge themselves.We provide an extensive range of professional development courses, and qualifications, and we aim for staff to become lifelong learners, just like our young people. All staff at Notton House are supportive, and caring, as this role can be challenging, and demanding, but there is always someone to lend a hand, or share a listening ear.**Skills and Experience**Experience of working with SEND children or adults is highly desirable, but not essential, as we firmly believe it is about the individual person and what they can bring to the role, and how they can contribute positively to changing young people’s lives. You will be joining an experienced team of professional colleagues, who are dedicated and well-trained.We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date if we receive sufficient applications for the role. To arrange a visit please contact Cath Neale, Bursar/HR Manager### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Notton House Academy and Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Notton House AcademyPart of### Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership