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Learning Support Assistant

Walker Riverside Academy, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE6 4AW

This job expired on 8 May 2026 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 July 2026

• Closing date

  8 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  27 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,947.00 - £26,824.00 Annually (FTE) Actual pro-rata salary to weeks worked is £22,220 - £22,971 per annum

Learning Support Assistant job summary

Learning Support Assistant
Term time only, 37 hours per week, 5 training days. Permanent Contract
PayScale: Real Living Wage to N4 Actual pro-rata salary to weeks worked is £22,220 - £22,971 per annum (pay award pending)
Walker Riverside Academy are seeking to appoint at least one Learning Support Assistant to work specifically with students who have additional Educational Needs. They will deliver outstanding support to teachers and students to ensure that students with Special Educational Needs learn effectively and make outstanding progress.

We are committed to investing in our staff and you will receive a supportive induction programme and have access to high quality CPD. Opportunities are also available for Trust wide working and career development opportunities. You will also receive consistent support from a dedicated Headteacher, SLT, CEO, Trust Central Team, Local Governing Body and Trust Board.

The deadline for applications is Friday 8th May 2026 at 12.00 noon. All applications must be completed and submitted within the MyNewTerm portal.

Tyne Coast Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS with barred list check.

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone who discloses a disability where their application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

Closing date for applications: Friday 8th May 2026 at 12 noon.

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

Tyne Coast Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS with barred list check.

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.

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About Walker Riverside Academy

• School type: Academies, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1123 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Walker Riverside Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/walker-riverside-academy

We are an 11-16, all ability Academy built upon a starting premise that everyone is made to feel welcome, safe and supported. We are an inclusive community that believes in maintaining strong partnerships with parents/carers and students to ensure that our learners thrive in a secure and stimulating environment. We are committed to providing a quality education where the individual is valued and respected.

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