The King's School Gloucester - Learning Skills Assistant - Literacy and Numeracy Specialist

Gloucestershire
The King's School Gloucester
Full-time | Part-time

Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join The King’s School, Gloucester as Learning Skills Assistant. Applications are invited for full or part-time hours, and from both experienced LSAs and those new to support.

Detail

Required: September 2025

Line Manager: Head of Learning Skills

Hours: Full or Part Time

Closing date: 30th May 2025, 12:00 noon

Interview date: 6th June 2025

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to the Learning Skills team of The King’s School, Gloucester – a leading HMC Independent School – as Learning Skills Assistant. Applications are invited for full or part-time hours, and from both experienced LSAs and those new to support.

Under the guidance of the Head of Learning Skills, and in collaboration with other academic staff, the successful candidate will work in small groups with pupils from Year 7 to Year 11 and specialise in Literacy and Numeracy. This role represents a deeply fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the personal growth and academic achievement of our SEN pupils.

The School

The King’s School is one of the dozen oldest schools in the country and has a proud heritage dating back to at least 1087, with a re-foundation in 1541. King’s is the Cathedral School in the city of Gloucester, whilst the surrounding county is home to many excellent grammar and state schools, as well as other independent schools. King’s is held in high regard amidst this competitive area; our academic, co-curricular and pastoral attainment is second to none. As a result, the last three ISI reports for King’s have all been classified as ‘excellent’ in every area. Local media brand SoGlos has awarded King’s the title of ‘Independent School of the Year’ or ‘Highly Commended’ in every one of the last five years – a feat unmatched by any other local independent school. Despite the multiple national-scale challenges of recent years, King’s has seen its pupil roll growing steadily and parental satisfaction scoring very highly indeed. With careful investment in the campus and facilities, as well as a continuous focus on improving teaching and learning and developing our outstanding pastoral care, King’s is now seen as a dynamic, forward-thinking and impressive place to study and to work.

Main Duties

Apply knowledge of SEND to provide specialist support for small groups of students in both Literacy and Numeracy up to Key Stage 4;
Assist with the development of the Literacy and Numeracy Curriculum for Learning Skills at Key Stage 3;
Assist with the development of tools to monitor student progress;
Establish productive working relationships with students, promoting good behaviours, inclusion, independence, and cooperative interaction;
Support students consistently while recognising and responding to individual needs, and provide feedback regarding progress and achievement;
Support the use of ICT in learning activities, helping students to access these activities as required;
Keep and update routine records, promote positive values, and liaise sensitively with parents/carers;
Provide general admin support as required, including maintaining equipment and producing resources;
Maintain professional skills through INSET and the School’s Continuing Professional Development programme;
Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons for whom you are responsible and with whom you come into contact;
Any other tasks or responsibilities that may reasonably be assigned by the Head of Learning Skills, Deputy Head Academic or Headmaster.

Personal Profile

Proficiency in Literacy and Numeracy, and the ability to support pupils with SEN, up to GCSE level;
Ability to build positive working relationships with both pupils and parents;
Experience of and enthusiasm for working with children and young people;
Empathetic yet assertive, able to listen to the needs of the children and respond accordingly;
Quick-thinking, flexible and willing to adapt to changing circumstances;
Excellent written and oral communication, numerical and interpersonal skills;
Excellent organisational skills, able to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload and remain professional at all times;
A relevant qualification in education and/or SEN provision is preferred;
Willingness to undertake further professional development.

Benefits

A contributory pension through Aviva APTIS;
Generous fee remission for children at King’s;
Before / After School Care for children at King’s;
Access to a Doctor for advice and short consultations;
Staff Wellbeing Programme;
Cycle to Work / Car scheme;
Lunches;
Parking.

Applications

Candidates should apply through Tes. A CV is not required.

Closing date for applications is Sunday 1st June at 12:00 noon, with interviews taking place on Friday 6th June. Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the published closing and interview dates, if appropriate.

For further information, please contact Mr Harry Fuller on 01452 337337 or via email to recruitment@thekingsschool.co.uk.