Learning Support Assistant

Woolwich Polytechnic School, London, SE28 8AT

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As Soon As Possible

• Closing date

  6 October 2025 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  23 September 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £28,617.00 - £29,856.00 Annually (FTE) APTEC Scale points 3 – 6 depending on experience - pro rata for TTO = £21,381 - £22,307 per annum)

Learning Support Assistant job summary

PolyMAT is a small yet ambitious Multi-Academy Trust (M AT) with a strong sense of community and shared vision of “Success for Everyone”.

We are proud to operate three thriving schools within our Trust: Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys, a long-established boys' school; Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls, which opened in 2019; and Bannockburn Primary School, a large and successful primary that joined the Trust on November 1, 2023. Additionally, we offer a flourishing co-educational Sixth Form provision.

We are currently seeking a reliable, committed and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team at Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students with special educational needs (SEN) in achieving their goals.
• Work closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored support based on Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
• Help students build confidence, independence, and resilience.

Qualifications:

• A good all-round education with A Levels and GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
• While a degree is desirable, it is not essential.
• Experience working with secondary school-aged students is preferred

What We Offer:

As a member of PolyMAT staff, you will benefit from:

• Opportunities for career progression
• Access to apprenticeship training
• Excellent professional development
• A contributory pension scheme
• Opportunities to collaborate with outstanding and dynamic teaching professionals
• Access to various discounts for a small monthly fee
• An employee assistance programme
• Season ticket loans
• Excellent catering facilities
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Secure on-site parking
• Free daily coffee for staff

At PolyMAT, we value strong professional relationships within our school community and Trust. We are looking for individuals committed to building effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve our shared vision and goals.

Join us on our journey to provide an outstanding education for all students and empower our Boys to become respected, influential members of society.

Ready to make a difference?

Apply now and help us deliver Success for Everyone.

PolyMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offer of employment is subject upon the Academy Trust receiving an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate (DBS), which the Academy considers to be satisfactory. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Application Form. Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with the Code of Practice published by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The post you are applying for is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and it is therefore an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

In accordance with KCSIE 2024 shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online profile and social media check.

PolyMAT is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and providing opportunities for people with disabilities. We are an inclusive Trust who strives to provide an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We aspire to ensure that every member of our community, regardless of circumstances or background, have the opportunity to be the best version of themselves through our vision of ‘Success for Everyone’.

For any potential applicants, we would like to encourage you to inform us of any additional support or adjustments you may need throughout the recruitment process. We have an open approach to support for candidates with disabilities and recognise that reasonable adjustments may be required based on each individuals needs.

Sharing your needs with us ahead of interview, allows us to fully support and ensure you are not disadvantaged during the process. We welcome candidates contacting us at any point should you feel uncomfortable declaring a disability, to reassure you that we are here to support. So, please contact hr@polymat.co.uk if this is the case.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 5 October. Interviews will be scheduled to take place shortly after.

Suitable candidates will be interviewed promptly upon receipt of application. The closing date will be brought forward in the event that the post is filled

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

All offer of employment is subject upon the Academy Trust receiving an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate (DBS), which the Academy considers to be satisfactory. Successful applicants, you will be required to complete a DBS Application Form. Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with the Code of Practice published by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The post you are applying for is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and it is therefore an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

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 Woolwich Polytechnic School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1592 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Woolwich Polytechnic School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/woolwich-polytechnic-school

PolyMAT is a small and ambitious MAT with a unique family feel. Our vision is ‘Success for Everyone’ and the successful candidate will help deliver this for our schools. We currently have three schools in our Trust: Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys, a long-successful boys’ school, Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls that opened in 2019, and Bannockburn Primary School, a large successful primary that joined the Trust on 1st November 2023. We also have our flourishing Sixth Form provision which is co-educational. Our Trust and our schools pride themselves on a culture of high standards delivered through our Values of Care and Unity. We provide a rewarding environment where students and staff feel valued and supported and everyone feels part of the larger family as our schools and departments work very closely together.

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