Learning Support Assistant

Position: Learning Support Assistant – Prep School

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Contract Terms: Permanent

Contract Type: Term Time Only

Salary: £19,264 actual pro rata salary

Ideal Start Date: 1 January 2027

Place of Work: Rookwood School, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP10 3AL

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspiring and committed individual to join us at Rookwood School as a Learning Support Assistant. Working within the Prep School, you will support pupils across all year groups, helping to meet a range of educational, pastoral and developmental needs. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and the Prep School leadership team to ensure pupils are fully supported and able to achieve their full potential.

Nestled on a leafy site in Andover, Rookwood School is a happy and thriving learning environment for pupils aged 2 to 18. At the heart of our ethos is strong pastoral care, where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. Our school motto, Sapere Aude , translates to "dare to know" or "have the courage to understand", perfectly capturing the essence of our identity. We encourage our pupils to question, explore, and achieve more than they ever thought possible.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for education to join our support staff. We would like to hear from you if you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant, or if you are looking to gain experience in a school before teacher training. This role would also suit someone with prior experience of working in a SEND setting. Experience of supporting pupils with additional learning needs, including SEND and EAL, would be advantageous.

The successful candidate should be passionate about children's learning and committed to supporting pupils to achieve their very best.

We would like to hear from you if you are able to:

• Support pupils both in and out of lessons.
• Assist pupils on either a one-to-one basis or in small groups within the classroom environment.
• Work alongside teachers to support the planning, preparation and delivery of engaging lessons.
• Support pupils with a range of abilities and educational needs, including SEND and EAL.
• Help monitor pupil progress and support learning and development across the curriculum.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour and achievement.
• Contribute to the pastoral care and wellbeing of pupils.
• Support the wider life of the Prep School, including educational visits and school activities where required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external agencies where appropriate.
• Undertake a shared responsibility for health and safety.

In return, we will offer you:

• A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff.
• Enthusiastic pupils who are willing to learn and are proud of their school.
• Employee assistance provision.
• Access to reduced educational fees for qualifying children.
• A caring and supportive working environment within a vibrant school community.
• Free parking.
• Free lunch provided.
• Pension scheme.
• Refer a Friend Scheme of up to £750.
• Health plan providing significant coverage including optical, dental, chiropody, therapy treatments and health club concessions, plus access to DoctorLine from anywhere in the world.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Westfield Rewards, offering discounts from a range of high street and online retailers.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit an application at the earliest opportunity via our online application portal:

Application Link: https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000001395

Closing Date: 2 October 2026

The advert may close prior to the stated date, and interviews will take place as soon as a suitable field of candidates is obtained; therefore, early submission of applications is recommended.

Safeguarding Statement

Rookwood School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, right to work in the UK, qualification checks and employment checks, including an exploration of any gaps in employment and two satisfactory references. All positions which involve working with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.