Learning Support Assistant (Maternity Cover) from 01 August 2026 to June 2027

The Glasgow Academy Senior School is seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join our team at the Kelvinbridge campus from August 2026, on a maternity cover basis.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting pupils with additional support needs and to their own professional development and lifelong learning.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent communication skills
• Initiative and strong problem‑solving skills
• An observant, responsive and proactive approach
• A positive, energetic and enthusiastic outlook
• Patience, understanding and empathy when working with pupils
• A sense of humour and the ability to work flexibly
• A willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school
• A commitment to self‑evaluation and to supporting school improvement

Experience and qualifications:

• A minimum of six months’ experience working in a UK secondary school setting is preferred
• Experience of working with pupils with additional support needs is essential
• Some knowledge of early intervention support programmes would be advantageous
• Experience of, or interest in, developing the use of digital technology to support learning would be an advantage

Safeguarding

The Glasgow Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to complete appropriate pre‑employment checks, including PVG Scheme membership.

For further information about the post and details of how to apply, please visit The Glasgow Academy website: Vacancies | The Glasgow Academy