Learning Support Assistant

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1NF

2 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  2 March 2026

• Closing date

  9 February 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  28 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £15,320.00 Annually (Actual) 26.5 hours Per Week (5 days) – Term Time Only (9:05 – 15:05 Monday – Friday)

Learning Support Assistant job summary

Crofton Academy is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our inclusive and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils with special educational needs (SEN), helping them to access learning and thrive in a mainstream school environment.

As an LSA, you will work closely with the SEN Coordinator and Assistant SENCo to support pupils across a range of needs. You’ll provide one-to-one and small group support, assist with personal care, and help pupils engage with learning activities both in and out of the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a variety of special educational needs, including physical disabilities
• Assist with learning activities, supervision, and care
• Report pupil progress and concerns to teaching staff and contribute to individual education/behaviour plans
• Support pupils in using resources such as ICT.
• Participate in school visits and supervise pupils during non-lesson times
• Liaise with parents/carers and contribute to reports under the direction of the SENCo
• Uphold safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection standards

What We’re Looking For

• GCSEs (A*-C / 9-4) in English and Maths or equivalent
• Experience working or caring for children
• Understanding of SEN and ability to relate well to pupils with additional needs
• Strong communication, teamwork, and initiative
• Compassionate, patient, and adaptable
• Enthusiastic and energetic with a commitment to pupil wellbeing
• A positive role model and team player
• Willingness to support whole school events and personal development

Why Join Us?

Crofton Academy offers a supportive and inclusive environment where staff are valued and encouraged to grow. You’ll be part of a passionate team committed to helping every pupil succeed.

Ready to make a difference?
Apply now and help shape the future of our learners.

Castleford Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For all positions, you are required to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check prior to appointment.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 Crofton Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1059 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Crofton Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/crofton-academy

Crofton Academy, part of Castleford Academy Trust, is an 11-16 mixed comprehensive of over 1,000 pupils offering a broad and balanced curriculum. Our expectations are high and this is reflected in our very successful academic record. The Academy was inspected in July 2023 and was awarded ‘Good’ in all categories and inspectors praised the Academy for its significant transformation. The inspection commended the Academy’s improvements in pupil behaviour, the wide range of clubs and societies available, its well-structured approaches to teaching, and the high-quality professional development that staff receive.

We value and develop our staff by attracting and retaining high quality teachers, supporting them to achieve their best and create opportunities for professional growth and development. The leadership and staff are incredibly proud of the Academy’s achievements and we welcome candidates to visit our school for a tour to see us in action.

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