Learning Support Assistant

• Horizon School
• Address: Lowestoft, Suffolk NR32 4TD
• Salary: Grade 3, Point 4-6, £25,185 - £25,989 per annum pro rata
• Hours: 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible (job share considered)
• Reference: 5255

Horizon School is a Pupil Referral Unit that supports schools and pupils in the Northern Area of Suffolk.

At Horizon School, we support young people who have been unable to succeed in mainstream education. Here they are given a second chance with support and challenge to help them achieve their potential. We are now seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join our team at Horizon School. 

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will provide support to the teacher and through this to students and to the teaching of the curriculum. To work under the direction of the teacher, whether in the whole class, a small group, or with an individual pupil.

We are looking for a professional who has:

• expert communication skills 
• superior listening skills 
• deep knowledge and passion for their subject matter
• the ability to build caring relationships with students
• friendliness and approachability
• excellent preparation and organisation skills
• strong work ethic
• community-building skills
• high expectations for all.

You will be expected to have considerable expertise/specialism. The work will involve responding independently to unexpected problems and situations. 

For more information 

Please read the Job Description (Word). 

Please contact the school by calling 01502 539755 or by emailing hradmin@horizonschool.org.uk to discuss whether a visit is possible. 

How to apply 

Please read the Application Guidance (Word) and submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to hradmin@horizonschool.org.uk.

Alternatively, please submit your application by post marked for the attention of HR Admin to Horizon School, Saturn Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR32 4TD.

Closing date: 3pm, 10 July 2026

Interview date: 14 July 2026

Horizon School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and two references.