Specialist Learning Support Assistant (Data)
31.25 hours per week, 40 weeks per year
Salary: Grade C, actual pay £18,739.08 - £19,526
(FTE £25,185 - £26,243)
The SEND provision at Crofton school is recognised as providing excellent personalised learning for all our students, and as a result, the number of students joining the school to access this provision has increased. Therefore, we require additional staffing to support these students with a range of educational needs both in and outside the classroom. This is an ideal opportunity for people seeking school-based experience before progressing to teacher training.
This is a specialist role that combines direct student support with administrative and data responsibilities. Alongside working with students, the post holder will support the department in maintaining accurate SEND records, monitoring student progress data, and contributing to the effective management of information that underpins high-quality SEND provision.
Applicants will be positive and flexible, with the ability use to their initiative. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, with the ability to speak to students in a manner which encourages, motivates, and supports them. You should have a good standard of education including Level 2 Numeracy / Literacy skills. Previous experience of working with young people in a professional environment is desirable, but not essential. The post will suit someone with a natural ability to engage with and build an excellent rapport with young people. The ability to work as part of our friendly supportive team is essential. This is an exciting but challenging role that requires a good sense of humour, resilience, determination, and patience.
Crofton is a friendly, ambitious and outward-looking school, excited about the future of education and striving every day to be ‘exceptional’. Since joining the HISP Multi Academy Trust in April 2023, we have embraced opportunities for growth and collaboration. If you can balance professionalism with warmth, think creatively, and contribute to a culture where every student is supported to succeed, we would love to hear from you.
Crofton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will be taken up for those candidates short-listed for interview. The successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
CVs are not accepted. For more information and a downloadable application pack see our website http://www.croftonschool.co.uk - click the ‘Recruitment’ heading under ‘Our School’.
A tour of the school for all short-listed candidates is included as part of the interview process.
Closing Date: Noon Friday 17 July 2026. We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing date should we receive sufficient applications.
Interview Date: Tuesday 21 July 2026
Pay: £25,185.00-£26,243.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
