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Learning Support Assistant (Band 2)

Job details
Posting date: 31 March 2026
Salary: £24,796 to £25,185 per year, pro rata
Additional salary information: Band 2: Scale Points 3 to 4 £24,796 to £25,185 (£16,916 to £17,182 pro-rata)
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 20 April 2026
Location: NE25 0FW
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Seaton Valley Federation of Schools
Job type: Permanent
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Whytrig Middle School

Prospect Avenue

Seaton Delaval

Tyne and Wear

NE25 0FW

0191 237 1505



LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT (Band 2)
Band 2: Scale Points 3 to 4 £24,796 to £25,185 (£16,916 to £17,182 pro-rata)

Permanent
30 hours per week, Term Time plus one day


Small enough to care, big enough to make a positive impact


The Seaton Valley Federation of Schools is committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive education for all. As part of our ongoing mission to support students with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND), we are expanding our dedicated Learning Support Team at Whytrig Middle School.

We are looking for dedicated Learning Support Assistants to work closely with our students, under the guidance of our SENCo, you will play a vital role in helping students reach their individual targets and ensuring the curriculum is accessible and engaging. You will be a champion for inclusive education, ensuring every student has the support required to reach their full potential.

Ideally, you will hold 5 GCSEs at grades A*–C (or equivalent), including English and Maths. A Teaching Assistant or Special Educational Needs qualification is desirable. You should also be able to build strong, positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and other professionals.

The role will be working five days per week, term-time plus one training day at the start of the school year. It is expected that your initial working hours will be Monday to Friday 8.50am to 3.30pm, with a 30 minute lunch break each day, although this working pattern may change from time to time to meet the operational needs of the schools.

Why Join Whytrig? As a relatively small school, Whytrig offers a genuine sense of community. Our students are "Ready, Respectful, and Safe," creating a calm and purposeful environment where you can truly make a difference.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced criminal records check is required for this post.

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