Learning Support Assistant

About the job

Key information

Learning Support Assistant

• 27.5 hours per week
• Grade 15, point 3-4 £12.45-12.64 per hour Pay award pending.

with the addition of

Midday Supervisory Assistant

• 2.5 hours per week
• Grade 16, point 2 £12.26 per hour Pay award pending.

Hours to be worked Monday to Friday, term time only.
Required from September 2025.

This is a 1 year fixed term in the first instance until 31.08.2026

Salary is paid on a pro-rata basis.

Employers pension contribution 24.4%

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly
and supportive team. This position would suit someone aspiring to join the teaching profession in the
future, someone with previous LSA experience and someone who is passionate about children’s
learning.

The ideal candidate will: –

• Be a dedicated, hard-working team player, able to enthuse and inspire children.
• Have a flexible approach and ability to work as part of a team.
• Be willing to participate fully in all aspects of school life.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom practice.
• Have the ability to think on their feet and use their initiative.
• Have good interpersonal skills.

What is in it for me?

We can offer you: –

• A dedicated and supportive working environment.
• Excellent professional development opportunities.
• Generous pension scheme.

DBS check

This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.

Supporting documents and information

Visits to our school are welcomed. Please telephone the school office to arrange a visit.

Preston C of E Primary School is proud to be part of the Preston Primary Academy Trust. Preston Primary Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please apply in writing by completing an application form. The form can be found on the Preston CofE Primary School website

Applications should be returned to the school office by email office@preston.ppat365.org or by posting to the school address.

• Closing Date: Monday 21 April 2025
• Interview date: TBC

Please note: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date, should the school be able to appoint a suitable candidate

Due to the volume of applications received, if you have not heard from the school by Friday 25 April 2025 at 3pm, unfortunately you have not been successful in securing an interview.

Apply on the Preston Church of England Primary School website

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