Learning Support Assistant - Stony Dean School

Overview

Salary: Buck Pay Range 2 £19,757 to £21,411 Annually (Actual) £26,522 to £28,742 Full Time Equivalent 32.5 hrs p/wk term time (full time, however we would consider part-time/job share)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 32.5 hrs p/wk term time (full time, however we would consider part-time/job share)

Closing Date: Friday 10 July 2026, Midnight

Interviews to be held on: Friday 17 July 2026

About us

Stony Dean School, Amersham, is a highly successful specialist SEN secondary school and sixth form provision for pupils aged 11–18. Supporting students with communication and interaction needs, as well as social, emotional and mental health difficulties and additional learning needs, the school provides a nurturing, structured and inclusive environment. With a strong focus on pupils’ social and emotional wellbeing alongside their academic development, Stony Dean helps students build the skills, confidence and resilience needed for further education, employment and independent life.

Described by Ofsted as an “inspirational school,” Stony Dean offers a positive, friendly and caring working environment. We are seeking a Learning Support Assistant with strong interpersonal skills who is keen to develop professionally. The role involves working closely with teachers to enhance the learning experience of small groups of students within the classroom. We welcome applications from both experienced LSAs and those new to the role, offering a comprehensive induction and ongoing support. In return, we ask for flexibility, reliability and a resourceful approach.

Website: https://stonydean.bucks.sch.uk/

About the role

The Role 

The post-holder will have a good general education and ideally hold a relevant qualification. You will have experience of working with young people, demonstrating the ability to build positive relationships and show empathy, alongside a willingness to develop professionally and take on additional responsibilities where appropriate.

What we are looking for:

• Experience working with children or young people (ideally within an SEN setting)
• A patient, supportive and flexible approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A willingness to undertake training and develop within the role
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Range 2 but Range 3 offered if prepared to lead some lessons. 
• Full time ideally but part time / job share would be considered. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support staff in the organisation and smooth running of the classroom, ensuring all pupils’ needs are met
• Assist teachers in delivering lessons, including supporting individuals, small groups, or whole-class activities
• Work independently (under guidance) to deliver targeted interventions or small group learning
• Contribute to curriculum planning and assessment alongside teaching staff
• Help develop and maintain high-quality learning resources tailored to individual pupil needs
• Undertake duties outside the classroom, including break and lunchtime supervision
• Attend staff meetings, INSET days, parents’ evenings and other school events
• Participate in ongoing training and maintain a record of professional development
• Contribute to maintaining high standards of performance and behaviour across the school
• Support the review and implementation of school policies and procedures
• Maintain accurate records of activities and pupil support where required
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Headteacher

Why Join Stony Dean School?

At Stony Dean School, we pride ourselves on our supportive and inclusive environment, where staff work collaboratively to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our pupils.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details.

About you

See Job candidate specification

Other information

Please complete the attached application form and send this to Rachel Franklin, HR & Compliance Officer [email protected].

Enquires and visits to the school are welcome and encourages by our friendly team. Please contact Rachel Franklin if you want to arrange a visit.

Stony Dean School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An offer of appointment is subject to satisfactory references, Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service), PO (Prohibition Order) checks, social media checks and medical clearance.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).
For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance issued by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).

It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.