Learning Support Assistant

About the job

Key information

Hours: 31.25 per week, term-time only

Contract: Fixed Term Salary: £17,475 Grade 15.3 (FTE Salary is £24,796)

Closing Date Wednesday 1 July 2026

Interview Date TBC

Start Date: September 2026

What will I be doing?

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, patient and caring person to work in a full time LSA role. This is a fixed term role until 31 August 2027, but with the possibility of being extended for the academic year 2027-28.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

This position is suitable for someone who has:

• Recent and relevant experience of working within a classroom environment
• A genuinely enthusiastic nature
• Ability to build good working relationships with others
• Ability to apply appropriate behaviour management techniques to enable children to reach their full potential

What is in it for me?

We can offer you:

• Children who are polite, happy and eager to learn
• Supportive parents and community
• The opportunity to work in a rural school who put excellence at the heart of their curriculum

DBS check

DBS check required.

Supporting documents and information

Please note this job vacancy may be withdrawn prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is successful.

The school is committed to equal opportunities and safer recruitment practice. In support of this, the post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure. The successful applicant will therefore be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and other pre-employment checks. Candidates are welcome to contact the Headteacher if they would like to discuss the post further. If so, please call the school office on 01984 623325. Please find more information and an application form on our website

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