Castle EAST School are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to start as soon as possible. This is a unique and extremely exciting opportunity to be a part of a truly outstanding provision where pupils with specific needs genuinely excel. As a specialist provision we are looking for staff who are committed to meeting the complex and holistic needs of young people with C&I needs so that they can reach their full academic and personal potential at Castle EAST.

The successful individual will not necessarily have experience of working in a provision for pupils with special needs; irrespective of your experience, training will be fully provided and form part of the school induction process for all staff. Castle EAST School is looking to appoint an outstanding practitioner with a passion for supporting pupils to achieve their best, both in and out of the classroom.

If you have any questions with regards to the vacancy or would like to a have a look round the school, please contact Ashley Elder, Head of School's PA either via email on aelder@castleeastschool.co.uk or phone 01986 808 651.

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Closing Date: 28 September 2026, 12 noon

Interview Dates: 08 October 2026

The Governing Body of Castle EAST School, together with EAST MAT (East Anglian Schools’ Trust), are committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and Headteachers must ensure that the highest priority is given to following guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. You will need to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of relevant guidance and legislation and to display commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check before securing their employment at Castle EAST School.

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.

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