Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Crookhey Hall School, Cockerham, Lancaster, LA2 0HA

Hours:

37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.00pm
Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)

Contract:

Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:
February 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4

DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay.*

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4

DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #team

OFG!

Are you ready to inspire and support young people to achieve their very best? At Crookhey Hall School, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive — to feel valued, understood, and capable of success.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and caring Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to help pupils with a range of learning and behavioural needs reach their full potential in a nurturing and positive environment.

Crookhey Hall School is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to work alongside teachers in delivering high-quality education to small groups. LSAs play a vital role in classroom support, behaviour management, and helping pupils access a broad and balanced curriculum.

• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups to help them engage and succeed in lessons
• Assist teachers across a range of subjects and classroom activities
• Prepare engaging resources and displays to enhance learning
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and self-esteem
• Supervise and support pupils during breaks, lunchtimes, and transitions
• Help maintain a purposeful, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment
• Attend training and staff meetings to share ideas and grow your skills

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about helping young people achieve their potential, patient, resilient, and calm under pressure, and a strong communicator who works well in a team. You should be adaptable, positive, and ready to learn, with a full UK driving licence.

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C / 4 or above)
• Basic IT skills and confidence with digital tools
• High expectations of pupil behaviour and achievement
• Full UK Driving Licence

• Experience in education, care, or support work
• Qualifications in Childcare, Education, or Social Care
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism or SEMH

At Crookhey Hall, we support every child to thrive. If you're ready to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Crookhey Hall School is a specialist Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) school for boys and girls aged 10 to 17. Set in a 15-acre countryside site near Lancaster, we offer a calm and structured environment where pupils can grow in confidence, build self-esteem, and achieve their goals.

We provide a tailored education experience that nurtures not only academic and vocational skills but also personal development and emotional wellbeing. Our dedicated team helps every pupil unlock their potential and prepare for a brighter, more independent future.

We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

We put pupil outcomes at the heart of everything we do, so every day you’ll know your work is making a meaningful impact.

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