Learning Support Assistant
Closing in 10 days (28 November 2025 9:00 am)
Job details
Salary: LSA Grade 15, Points 3-4 (£12.85-£13.05/hr) and MDS Grade 16, Point 2 (£12.65)
Employer: Ilchester Community Primary School
Location: Ilchester, Somerset,
Contract type: Fixed term contract
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 28 November 2025 9:00 am
About the job
Key information
- Salary:
- LSA Grade 15, Points 3-4 (£12.85-£13.05/hr)
- MDS Grade 16, Point 2 (£12.65)
- 22 hours per week, mornings (17 hrs) Lunchtime (5hrs)
- Start: As soon as practicably possible
- Fixed term until August 2026
What will I be doing?
Our inclusive community primary school is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic individual to support children in the classroom. We are looking for an experienced individual who can work in either Key Stage One or Key Stage Two.
OFSTED (March 2022) found:
“At Ilchester School everyone is valued”
“Pupils with Special Educational Needs receive high quality support that is tailored to their needs”
“Leaders and staff do their best for pupils- they have a strong moral purpose”
“Staff are proud to work at the school. They appreciate the support of leaders to manage their workload while they tackle improvements”
“Pupils say the school is kind and caring where everyone gets the help they need”
If you believe in creating opportunities and strong relationships for all children and would like to work alongside an experienced team of staff to foster a positive ethos and passion for learning then we would love to hear from you.
What is in it for me?
At Ilchester we believe in looking after our team and we work hard to help our colleagues balance their work commitments with their own and their families’ lives.
DBS check
This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.
Supporting documents and information
Information about our school, the posts and an application form can be downloaded from the school website (look under staff vacancies). Please apply using the application form and include the names, addresses and e-mail addresses of two referees.
Closing Date: Friday 28 November 9am
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.