Sixth Form Learning Support Assistant

Start Date: TBC

End Date: 31st August 2027

Contract: Fixed term with possibility of permanent hours depending on funding projections

Hours: Term time only - 15 hours per week over 4/5 days per week.

Salary: Grade 6 -point 12 £29,741 FTE - Actual - £10364

Closing date: 20th November 2026 - Noon

Are you enthusiastic about education and eager to support post-16 students in their learning journey? At Bitterne Park Sixth Form, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment where every student can thrive. We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant for our thriving sixth form to help make a difference in the lives of our students.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with EHCPs and high needs by providing study support both within and outside of the classroom, helping to create a positive learning atmosphere, and ensuring educational objectives are met. Your contributions will directly impact the educational experience of our diverse student body.

Bitterne Park School is an 11-19 mixed, community school and Sixth Form and is set in eighteen acres of grounds overlooking the River Itchen and Riverside Park.

In September 2017, the school moved into its new, state of the art, £24 million building, which has allowed us to fully embrace the ethos and values that the school has been striving for. The bright and modern learning environment is centred around a stunning atrium, which is at the heart of the school. Each of the new classrooms is bright and spacious with fully interactive touch screen projection and improved IT. We are particularly proud of our Performing Arts facilities. We have drama studios, practice rooms, music rooms and a dance studio, in addition to the high specification theatre, dance studio and music facilities in the Sixth Form building.

The school also has a multi-sports hall, tennis courts, netball courts, basketball courts and an outdoor table tennis area as well as a full size, all weather, 3G pitch.

Bitterne Park School has a key role to play in the local community with many local groups using our facilities including the Gantry Youth Theatre.

Bitterne Park Sixth Form is built around a personal experience, and our students are the heart and soul of the college. Set within the Bitterne Park Community, the Sixth Form prioritises outstanding pastoral care and guidance for every student, as well as bespoke careers and university advice. It is hard to capture the incredible ethos, sense of community and facilities with the £7 million Sixth Form building until you walk through the front doors.

We have a strong tradition of academic achievement but also remain focused on developing the whole person; hence we offer a balanced curriculum complimented by an impressive enrichment and personal development programme. Alongside high-quality classroom practice, we provide targeted interventions and personalised support that foster independence, resilience, confidence and self-esteem.

Joining the Learning Support Department at Bitterne Park Sixth Form offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference as part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team that places inclusion, community and aspiration at the heart of everything it does.

Key Accountabilities & Duties

• Provide individual or small group academic support to students to facilitate their learning and development.
• Encourage and motivate students, helping them to engage with the curriculum and develop their skills.
• Working closely with class teachers to facilitate students’ learning
• Support students with special educational needs, adapting resources and methods to meet their individual needs.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to ensure the effective delivery of educational programme and strategies.
• Undertaking examination duties including reading, scribing and invigilation (with appropriate training)
• Providing support for a range of student visits and trips (on occasion)
• Attending and contributing to annual reviews for the students you support
• Attending training as required e.g. manual handling, safeguarding, exam regulations etc.

To contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for children and adults, adhering to all Health and Safety regulations and requirements.

The postholder may be expected to carry out duties other than those given in the job description where the level of responsibility is similar and he/she has appropriate qualifications or receives appropriate training to carry out these duties.

Bitterne Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is therefore subject to an Enhanced DBS and requires a children’s barred list check.

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search/check as part of our safer recruitment procedures.

Requirements

Be enthusiastic about supporting students to achieve their full potential.

Demonstrate a caring and professional approach when working with young people.

Show initiative while working under the direction of teaching staff.

Be committed to inclusive education and supporting students with a range of learning needs.

Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external agencies where required.

Maintain high standards of professionalism, attendance and punctuality.

Benefits

Free on-site gym with free personal training sessions.

Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme.

On-site: hairdressing, car servicing, MOT and valeting services.

Healthcare Cash Plan.

Cycle to Work Scheme.

Discount Schemes.