Learning Support Practitioner

Sir Thomas Boughey Academy, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST7 8AP

10 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  29 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  19 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share): Monday - Friday, term time - typically 8.30am - 4.30pm
• Contract type: Permanent
• Actual salary: Starting £21758

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a Learning Support Practitioner to join our SEND team at Sir Thomas Boughey Academy in the North Staffs & Stoke Learning Community.

We are looking for someone to support our students in the classroom under the guidance of the SEND team and class teacher, addressing the needs of pupils who need particular help to overcome barriers to learning. You will provide support in classrooms, during small group or 1-2-1 intervention and for enrichment activities, as per your strengths and interests.

What the school offers its staff

We are part of the Windsor Academy Trust where the support, guidance and cross-school work is of a high quality. We all strive for excellence and have a real sense of community, and being part of the community is incredibly important to us. Our team approach is evident in everything that we do, and this has been a key factor in securing school improvement in recent years. We firmly believe in the importance of all of our students achieving an excellent education, which in turn enables our students to believe that they can achieve their dreams with hard work, determination and self-motivation.

The value of being part of our team should not be underestimated, joining our Trust will mean that you will be part of a supportive and dedicated group of staff who will invest in your professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your abilities and knowledge whilst working in a supportive environment in conjunction with other very dedicated and professional staff.

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

Sir Thomas Boughey Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check applies to all roles.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, please be aware that online searches of shortlisted candidates may take place as part of our due diligence processes.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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About Sir Thomas Boughey Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 448 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Sir Thomas Boughey Academy website
• Email address: srowell@windsoracademytrust.org.uk
• Phone number: 01782 973017
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/sir-thomas-boughey-academy

Sir Thomas Boughey Academy has recently joined Windsor Academy Trust. We are an education provider for students aged 11-16 years old.

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