Job Introduction
Henry Tyndale School
Closing Date: Noon, 10th of July 2026
Interview Date: 14th of July 2026
Help us make a real difference to the lives of children with special needs.
We’re on a mission to improve the lives of pupils and families through education and to significantly improve work/life harmony for those who work with us to make that happen. We are expanding and need more people to help us make our vision a reality.
We are different.
We believe that by working together we can solve some of the biggest challenges we face. Life is tough for so many right now. We know that by working together we can harness the creative energy and ideas that come from being able to think differently, out of the box thinking is encouraged here!
If we keep doing the same things, we will get the same outcomes.
You’ll be part of a team who are passionate about getting things right for everybody. People who recognise how important it is to look after each other, knowing that this enables us to work even better for the children and families we serve. Your colleagues will be some of the most amazing people you will work with. They are passionate, determined and super nurturing humans who know we can do things better and they are not shy in making sure they let us know how.
There’s no sugar coating it – it’s not always easy.
Learning in a fast paced, continually evolving environment offers an exciting pace of work that isn’t for everybody. Every day you will experience the unexpected, need to think on your feet and find ingenious solutions. You will ask questions, share your ideas and will work as part of a team to co-produce responses, we never thought possible in a school environment. We will support your development and help you build the knowledge, skills and experiences that will enable you to flourish. If you’ve got the ability to make these things happen and want to make a firm difference to the lives of pupils with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and your colleagues – then we’ll go the extra mile for you.
What you’ll do
Support for Pupils
- Supervise and support individuals and small groups in classroom and off-site activities
- Promote pupils’ social development and manage behaviour proactively
- Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, bullying, or disruptive behaviour
- Ensure all pupils remain engaged, included, and supported in their learning
Support for Teachers
- Lead classes in the teacher’s absence when required
- Contribute to planning, delivering, and monitoring Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Prepare learning resources and support lesson delivery
- Provide feedback on pupil progress, behaviour, and engagement
- Assist with assessment, testing, and progress tracking
Support for the School
- Liaise with parents and external professionals (e.g. therapists, psychologists) under teacher direction
- Support individual programmes such as speech and language interventions
- Undertake lunchtime supervision and provide personal/intimate care where required
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, confidentiality, health and safety
Leadership Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and support a team of Learning Support Assistants
- Support the induction and ongoing development of new LSAs
- Take responsibility for a designated whole-school area
- Lead or contribute to meetings with external professionals
What you’ll need
- A passion for all things SEND, you might not have experience in a school setting, but you will be able to talk about why working with children who have SEND is important to you and to our community
- Strong literacy and numeracy skills
- Experience working with children or young people
- Ability to lead, motivate, and support a team
- Calm, resilient, and solution-focused approach
- Ability to work flexibly and use initiative
- Strong communication, organisational, and ICT skills
- Ability to support pupils with a range of learning and behavioural needs
- Physically able to meet the demands of the role
- Empathetic, supportive, and professional attitude
A bit about the role:
Our need: Lead Learning Support Assistants – Full time and part time positions available
We are seeking a committed and experienced Lead Learning Support Assistant (LLSA) to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled practitioner to take on a leadership role, supporting pupils with complex needs while guiding and motivating a team of Learning Support Assistants.
The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to promote inclusion, enhance pupil engagement, and ensure that all learners can access both the social and academic life of the school.
Hours: (Term time – 40 weeks per annum) Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 9am to 3:32pm and Wed 9am to 4pm.
Salary Grade C depending on relevant experience and qualifications (Salary based on the stated hours).
Other benefits:
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Exceptional Leave to support work life balance
- Flexible Working
- Generous Family Friendly Policies
- Childcare Vouchers
- Employee Support
- Generous Sickness Pay
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Travel support and discounts e.g. MOT discount.
- Employee loans (as above)
- Eye tests
- Long Service Awards (25 years and 40 years)
- Staff discounts (Kaarp)
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
