Job details

Salary: Hourly Rate £12.85 - £13.05

Employer: Ditcheat Primary School (East Somerset Federation)

Location: Ditcheat , Somerset,

Contract type: Permanent, Term time

Working pattern: Full time

Closing date: 22 March 2026 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

1 x Learning Support Assistant -Somerset Pay Grade 15

Full Time – 08:45 to 15:30 Mon to Fri

Hourly Rate £12.85 – £13.05

Term time only with the opportunity to take additional hours to supervise breakfast and after school clubs.

NOR:   Bruton Primary 270, Ditcheat Primary 93, Upton Noble Primary 168

What will I be doing?

The East Somerset Federation is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Learning support assistant from 20 April 2026 to work at Ditcheat Primary School.

This is a permanent position subject to satisfactory completion of the probation period.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

If you have creative ideas, high aspirations for all and are prepared to inspire a love of learning both indoors and outdoors and be fully involved in the life of our school then this is the opportunity for you.

Experience of working with children with SEN would be advantageous.

What is in it for me?

  • A dedicated and committed staff team
  • Happy, enthusiastic children
  • A federation that strives for excellence
  • A friendly and supportive leadership team who are committed to professional development
  • A creative and innovative curriculum.
  • Beautiful school grounds
  • A supportive parent body

DBS check

DBS check required.

Supporting documents and information

Visits to the schools are encouraged, please contact the school office to make arrangements on: 01749 860329

All documents and the application form are available via the office or to download on the school website

Applications to Executive Headteacher, Mrs Rachael Bisset –  ditcheatoffice@eastsomersetfederation.co.uk

Closing date:   Sunday 22 March 2026

Interview Dates: week commencing Monday 23 March 2026

The East Somerset Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of appointment is subject to satisfactory references and DBS checks.

Apply on the Ditcheat Primary School (East Somerset Federation) website

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