Learning Support Assistant

Lift Columbus

Oliver Way, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 4ZB, CM1 4JG
United Kingdom

£ 16,928.85 - £17,743.34 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Permanent, Full Time or Part Time

29.5 hours per week (8.50am - 3.30pm, flexible shifts available)

Immediate Start

Make learning an adventure: Become a Specialist Learning Support Assistant at Lift Columbus!

Do you have a passion for helping children reach their full potential?

Lift Columbus is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Specialist Learning Support Assistants to join our vibrant team. We are a special school for children and young people aged 3-19 with severe and profound learning difficulties, where every pupil's journey is unique and every achievement is celebrated.

Imagine this:

High-five moments - witnessing the spark of understanding in a child's eyes.
Creative collaboration - working alongside a supportive team to design engaging learning experiences.
Building bridges - helping children overcome challenges and celebrate victories.

As a Specialist LSA, you'll support pupils' learning, care, and development, helping them feel excited to come to school and proud of their progress.

At Lift Columbus, you'll be more than just a Learning Support Assistant - you'll be an:

Exploration guide - tailoring learning activities to each child's unique needs and interests, sparking curiosity.
Champion - providing one-to-one support in a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive.
Team player - collaborating with passionate teachers and specialists to ensure every pupil receives the best possible education and care.

We offer:

Flexible working options
Free staff parking
Exceptional professional development to grow your skills
A supportive, collaborative community where you'll feel valued
The chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of exceptional children

Ready to join the adventure?

We warmly encourage you to visit our school and see our exceptional learning environment for yourself.

To arrange a visit or an informal chat, please contact our School Operations Managers:

Brooke Carr - bcarr@liftcolumbus.org
Sarah Whittaker-Axon - swhittakeraxon@liftcolumbus.org

Closing date :

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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