Learning Support Practitioner

Ormiston Horizon Academy, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, ST6 6JZ

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2025

• Closing date

  8 June 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  21 May 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant
• Working pattern: Full time, part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £18,153.31 Annually (Actual) Actual Starting Salary based on FTE of £24,027

Learning Support Practitioner job summary

Ormiston Horizon Academy is looking for an enthusiastic, engaging individual to join us in the role of Learning Support Practitioner.

Our Learning Support Practitioners enable inclusion and support independent learning by working with individuals or small groups of pupils, allowing them to continue to access main stream education. In addition, they provide support to teachers in the preparation of teaching and learning materials. Previous experience is not required, though would be advantageous.

This role is offered working for 32.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 development days (39 working weeks). We will consider part time requests, please indicate in your application your preferred hours.

Ormiston Horizon Academy (OHA) is an ambitious school at the heart of our community. At OHA, our students, staff, families and governors work together to ensure we provide a first-class education for all of our learners. Our vision is simple and all of our stakeholders work tirelessly to achieve it: At OHA, we provide an inspirational and ambitious learning journey to enable all our students to achieve beyond their Horizons…

Working at Ormiston Horizon Academy provides you with opportunities to shape the lives of really amazing young people, all the while progressing your own career and gaining job satisfaction.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust? Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
• Being part of a team and community where you belong – receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities

A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

What we're looking for:

You will have a genuine passion and belief in the potential of every pupil and be able to relate to young people and adults within the learning environment. You will be versatile, resilient and able to adapt your practice wherever necessary to support across all key stages. The successful candidate will also contribute towards the provision of care, guidance and support for our students.

• A team player who is enthusiastic and versatile.
• With the ability to build rapport and relationships with students (aged 11-16).
• The ability to problem solve, interpret information or situations and make good decisions.
• An NVQ level 2 or equivalent education or experience.
• IT and Keyboard skills.
• The ability to understand and comply with the academies policies and procedures, particularly in relation to health and safety and child protection.

In return we can offer you:

• A supportive, inclusive working environment
• Term time working
• Local goverment pension scheme enrollment
• Access to continuous professional development opportunities
• Ability to apply for a Blue Light Card
• Flexible and family friendly policies
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to onsite annual Flu Vaccinations
• Access to telephone counselling service
• On site parking

If you would relish the opportunity of working with us, then we would welcome your application.

If you have any queries, please contact the academy via email at: info@ormistonhorizonacademy.co.uk

The closing date for applications is 8 June 2025, early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.

Ormiston Horizon Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

Commitment to safeguarding

At OHA, we take our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all students seriously. We endeavour to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued.

All staff are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect.

Through our ethos and curriculum, we promote a common sense of identity and support diversity showing our students how different communities can be united by common experiences and values.

Strict adherence to the Safeguarding Policy is mandatory for all staff, governors, visitors and volunteers in the academy and is not subject to individual discretion.

Applying for the job

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

CVs are not accepted.

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.

About Ormiston Horizon Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1053 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Ormiston Horizon Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ormiston-horizon-academy

An ambitious school at the heart of our community

Ormiston Horizon Academy is a special place for our students, staff and wider community. We continuously strive to provide the highest possible quality of education for the young people we work with.

Our students are an exceptional group of talented individuals who thrive on the range of experiences that they are offered at OHA. We firmly believe the relationships between teachers, students and parents/carers are key to the success of the academy.

Our core values of: Respect, Resilience and Responsibility permeate around our academy and our wider school community. We are proud of our students and our students are proud of their school.

We have a wonderful team of staff at OHA, who work relentlessly to ensure our students are provided with the best education possible. Our thoroughly planned curriculum, alongside a challenging PSHE programme, supported by a range of enrichment opportunities, allow our students to develop a love of learning and a resilience that prepares for their futures. We encourage positive attitudes and aim to provide an environment in which all students feel known, supported and challenged.

Our outstanding building and expansive site allows us to offer an education with a difference for our students. We are fully committed to ensuring that our Academy continues to be a centre of excellence and innovation for our students, staff and the local community.

We are always open to visitors and would be happy to welcome you into OHA so you can appreciate the special learning atmosphere that exists here. I look forward to working closely with you on the next steps of our journey.

Mr A Fitzgibbon

Principal

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