Enhanced Resource Learning Support Assistant

Ark Carleton High School, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 3NW

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  26 October 2026 at 10am

• Date listed

  12 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Learning support or cover supervisor
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £27,254 - £29,064 FTE (actual salary £19,736 - £21,047) per annum

Enhanced Resource Learning Support Assistant job summary

Make a difference every day - join our Enhanced Resource Provision team at Carleton High School! 

A rewarding and impactful role supporting our new Enhanced Mainstream Resource Provision 

We are excited to be recruiting for a number of compassionate, proactive and skilled Enhanced Resource Learning Support Assistants to join our dedicated team at Carleton High School. 

Our brand‑new Enhanced Mainstream Resource Provision (EMRP) opened on 13 April 2026 and provides specialist support for students with an EHCP for Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), placed via the Wakefield SEND Panel. THE EMRP will provide a nurturing, bespoke learning environment where students can thrive, while still being fully included in the wider school community.   

As an Enhanced LSA you will play a central role in supporting students throughout their weekly timetable. For up to 70% of the week, students will be learning in mainstream classrooms, where you will be on hand to help them engage with lessons, build confidence and develop increasing independence. During the remaining time in the resource base, you will work closely with students to deliver and facilitate individualised interventions and focused support, ensuring each young person receives the targeted input they need to make progress academically, socially and emotionally. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape a new provision from the very beginning and to make a real difference to the experience and outcomes of the young people we support. 

What you’ll do: 

Support the daily running of the Enhanced Mainstream Resource Provision and provide a safe, welcoming environment for students. 

Work with individual students or small groups, planning suitable activities and interventions in line with the students’ EHCP provision requirements. 

Monitor and record student progress, working closely with the Resource Leader, teachers and external professionals. 

Help students transition between the resource base and mainstream classes while promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation. 

Is this the role for you? 

This role would suit someone who: 

Has experience supporting students with SEND, especially those with communication and interaction needs or ASD. 

Can adapt learning resources, build positive relationships and meet individual needs. 

Communicates effectively with students, staff and families. 

Is organised, reflective and able to work both independently and as part of a team. 

Is committed to inclusion, safeguarding and supporting students’ wellbeing. 

If you have experience within the education sector working with students with additional needs, we welcome your application. 

Contract details: 

2 available positions to start as soon as possible  

30 hours per week  

Working pattern: 08:45 – 14:45 Monday to Friday 

Term time plus 2 days (197 working days per year)  

 

Ready to apply? 

To apply, complete an application form via our website. 

 

About Carleton High School 

Carleton High School is a warm, welcoming, and high‑performing school with a strong community feel. We have a five‑year track record of exceptional academic outcomes, placing us among the top schools in Wakefield. Our 2024 Ofsted inspection recognised us as “Good Improving”, highlighting the significant progress we continue to make. 

Our culture is built on improving life chances for every student, driven by our core values of respect, responsibility, determination, and excellence. We are proud to offer a modern, multi‑million‑pound building with state‑of‑the‑art facilities—making this an exciting time to join us. 

As part of Pontefract Academies Trust, recently awarded the Trust Value Award for Excellence in the 2025 Edurio Awards, staff wellbeing and satisfaction are central to our work. At Carleton High School, 88% of staff said they would recommend us as a great place to work - well above national benchmarks. 

Staff say: 

“This is a very caring place to work… all staff look out for each other.” 

“I feel very lucky that I am part of such a lovely department with so many great people.” 

For further information about our school, please visit our website.  

 

School visits and further information  

Potential candidates are also welcome to visit our school. This is a great opportunity to explore our facilities, meet our dedicated staff and get a feel for the vibrant community we have built. We look forward to welcoming you and answering any questions you may have.    

To arrange of either of these please contact recruitment@arkcarletonhigh.org.uk or call 01977 781555. 

What can we offer you? 

Be part of a team that values your wellbeing, development and work–life balance. As a member of our school community, you’ll benefit from: 

Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities 

Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing 

For the 2026/27 academic year, we have provided staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) days, the next is on Friday 11th December 2026. These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals 

Generous employer pension (West Yorkshire Pension Fund – LGPS) 

Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance,  

Access to Ark Rewards scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers, interest- free loans available for travel seasons tickets or a bike, gym discounts and free eye tests  

Blue Light Card    

Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters) 

Free flu vaccinations. 

 

Click here to find out more about the benefits of working for Ark 

About Ark 

There are 34,000 students learning in our network of 48 schools across Birmingham, Hastings, London, Pontefract and Portsmouth. We’ve always believed that, with the right approach, every child has the potential to succeed. We work in the communities where we can make the biggest difference to children’s lives, and all our schools are non-selective.   

It works: our schools achieve great results – significantly outperforming national averages, especially when it comes to driving progress – the best measure for ‘closing the gap’.  

We take what we learn in our schools to develop new solutions and approaches that we can share. Over the last two decades, we have developed and incubated more than 20 projects and programmes, supporting them to scale and achieve systemic impact on the life chances of all children. Over 300,000 children currently learn using an Ark curriculum and our Ark Start nurseries are demonstrating a new model for early years education that we hope will become the norm. 

Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience. 

 

Further information 

Contact us on 01977 781555 or email recruitment@carletonhigh.patrust.org.uk  

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies.

Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Ark Carleton High School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1026 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Ark Carleton High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/carleton-high-school

Carleton High School is a warm and welcoming school, where there is a strong community and family feel. We are a high achieving school, with academic outcomes for progress consistently being above the national average. In our recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024, we were recognised as 'Good Improving', which acknowledges the extraordinary journey that Carleton High School has been on. 


In September 2025, our brand-new teaching block opened for pupils and staff. The building offers modern, purpose-built facilities to support learning and teaching.


Working at Ark offers lots of benefits to help staff thrive. Click here to find out more about working with us.


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