Job Description

Co-Educator (Learning Support Assistant)

Scale 4, Point 8-9

26.25 hours per week
Monday to Friday, 9:00am-3:00pm
Term Time Plus Non-Pupil Days (39 working weeks per year)

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of children and young people with special educational needs? Do you want a rewarding role where no two days are the same, but a smile is guaranteed and where you can genuinely help pupils achieve their potential?

Lexden Springs School, part of Hope Learning Community, is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Co-Educator to join our supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers, therapists and support staff, helping pupils with a range of learning, communication, sensory, physical and social needs to thrive both academically and personally.

About the Role
As a Co-Educator, you will support teaching and learning across the school, working with individual pupils and small groups to help them engage in learning, develop independence and achieve their individual goals.

You will:

Support pupils' learning, development and wellbeing.
Assist with the delivery of engaging and inclusive learning activities.
Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
Support pupils with communication, sensory, physical and personal care needs, where required.
Work collaboratively with teachers, families and other professionals.
Contribute to a positive, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

What We're Looking For
We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate:

A commitment to supporting children and young people to succeed.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, empathy and resilience.
The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
A positive and proactive approach to supporting learning and wellbeing.
Experience of working with children or young people is desirable. Experience within a special educational needs setting would be advantageous, although training and support will be provided.

Why Join Us?
Be part of a collaborative and supportive Trust.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Clear pathways for career progression and development within our growing Trust.
Experience working alongside specialist education professionals and multidisciplinary teams.
Make a real impact across our community of schools.
Wellbeing Support: Access to our School Wellbeing Service, including 24/7 GP access, physiotherapy support and confidential counselling.
Perks & Flexibility: Access to the Blue Light Card discount scheme, free onsite parking, a generous Local Government Pension Scheme and a collaborative, inclusive team culture.

Join Our Team
Every day at Lexden Springs School, our staff make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with complex needs.If you are passionate about supporting pupils to overcome barriers, develop confidence and achieve their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Safeguarding Statement
Hope Learning Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, and all other pre-employment checks required by statutory guidance.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Hope Learning Community is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership status.

Come and join a team where your contribution is valued, your development is encouraged, and your work changes lives every day.