Level 2 Learning Support Assistants x 4

Salary

Salary: Band D+, Actual Salary £18,969 to £19,888 per annum (FTE Salary £26,429 to £27,710 per annum)

Contractual hours

30.5

Basis

Part time

Region

Rotherham

Job category/type

Education - Non-Teaching

Date posted

27/05/2026

Job reference

REQ23133

Oakwood High School
Responsible to: Assistant Headteacher/SENCO, Working under the direct instruction of Teaching Staff and Assistant SENCO
Responsible for: Supporting students as directed
Working hours: 30.5hours per week, Monday to Friday, 4 days at 8.30am – 3.20pm and 1 day at 8.30am - 4.00pm, term time only at 192 day
Closing Date: Monday 15th June 2026 at 12.00pm
Interview Date: Thursday, 25th June 2026
Start Date: September 2026
Inspire Learning Trust is a Multi Academy Trust based in Rotherham which also includes Oakwood High School, Sitwell Junior School, Thomas Rotherham College and Winterhill School
Oakwood High School is an over-subscribed 11-16 High School with a strong emphasis on respect for all; we are a ‘well led’, ‘good’ school where ‘students enjoy attending’ and ‘the vast majority of parents would recommend’
We are looking to appoint four Learning Support Assistants who are

• Committed and enthusiastic staff who bring genuine empathy, good understanding and sensitivity to the challenges and difficulties faced by students.
• Staff who values the importance of their contribution and engages with students in a proactive, positive, and purposeful way to help them make real progress in their learning.
• Successful candidates will be truly committed to supporting students to progress and achieve their learning goals and will hold high aspirations for every learner’s success.
• We will welcome applications from proactive and motivated A-level student leavers who can act as positive role models.
• We also will welcome applications from high-quality candidates who may wish to discuss reduced hours or flexible working arrangements.

This is a role for candidates who set high aspirations, not only for the students, but also for themselves as professionals dedicated to creating an outstanding learning experience
Your support will be essential in unlocking potential, building confidence, and helping every student succeed
To enhance learning and encourage independence, all students and staff are provided with an electronic device, creating a connected and forward-thinking educational environment
We Offer:

• A supportive and successful school where staff work in a way that encourages a positive work environment that is solution focused and proactive for all.
• And a positive working environment, we care about our students, and we care about our staff, all of whom know and appreciate that. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be part of this, contributing to this culture and developing it further.

Applicants are required to apply via our online application form which is available on our website:
https://www.inspirelearningtrust.uk/vacancies
PLEASE NOTE we operate Safer Recruitment and we do not accept CVs or CV attachments, all applicants must complete an application form in full.
Inspire Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, other workers, and volunteers to share this commitment. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we undertake to make any reasonable adjustments to a job or workplace to counteract any disadvantages a disabled person may face
Our safer recruitment processes include online media searches which will form our due diligence checks pre interview. Employees will be subject to a comprehensive vetting process including references from current and previous employers, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list
All candidates are expected to read the Trust’s Safeguarding Policy accessible via our website: https://www.inspiretrust.uk/page-template/statutory-documents/