Learning Support Assistant

Portslade Aldridge Community Academy, Brighton, East Sussex, BN41 2WS

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  09/2026

• Closing date

  27 July 2026 at 12am (midnight)

• Date listed

  14 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: 19328.56 - 19948.09
• Additional allowances:

  Key Benefits of working for Aldridge Education

  🌟 Join the Aldridge Education Family! 🌟 ; Looking for a fulfilling career with great perks? Here's why working for Aldridge Education is the right choice for you:

  ✨ Aldridge Benefits Scheme – Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you! ; 🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay fit with our bike-friendly benefits. ; 💬 Employee Assistance Programme – Your well-being matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it. ; ⏰ Flexible Working Opportunities – Balance work and life with flexibility that suits you. ; 🚗 Free On-Site Parking – No more hunting for parking, we’ve got your spot covered. ; 🏦 Pension Schemes – Secure your future with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme. ; 🤝 Refer a Friend Scheme – Know someone who would love it here? Earn rewards by bringing them on board!

Learning Support Assistant job summary

🌟 Join Our Team as a Learning Support Assistant! 🌟

Are you passionate about helping young people reach their full potential?
Do you have the patience, empathy, and drive to support students in achieving success?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our vibrant and inclusive school community. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of students who need that extra boost to thrive.

👀 We are Looking For Someone Who:

Has a genuine interest in supporting children’s learning and well-being.

Is proactive, flexible, and committed to teamwork.

Has strong communication skills and a calm, positive attitude.

Experience working with children or in education is a plus – but passion matters most!

👉  Apply today and make a difference to our students

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

Following successful application, Aldridge Education will carry out the necessary prohibition checks for all teaching staff, as well as for all candidates undertaking regulated activity.

​If you are shortlisted for the position you are applying for, you will be required to complete a Declaration giving details of any relevant criminal offences and other relevant information relating to our safeguarding duty. Further information will be provided on that form.

Any offer of employment will be made conditional upon a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and barred list check (where applicable to the role in question).

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 Portslade Aldridge Community Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 910 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Portslade Aldridge Community Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/portslade-aldridge-community-academy

Portslade Aldridge Community Academy is an 11-16 state funded Academy. PACA is part of the Aldridge Multi-Academy Trust. As a group of schools we are collectively committed to developing all members of staff through our whole school coaching programme. PACA is a strong, cohesive community school serving students from across the west of Brighton and West Sussex. Our Ofsted report noted: “Pupils and staff agree that, despite the ongoing growth of the school, everyone at PACA is known. … Pupils recognise that staff want the very best for them… This is reflected in calm and purposeful lessons”.

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