Learning Support Assistant (and Lunchtime Supervisor)

About the job

Key information

Learning Support Assistant (and Lunchtime Supervisor) to support Quality First Teaching and provide 1:1 support for children with SEND

• 27.25 hours per week (Monday to Friday) 08:50-3:15pm. Term Time only (38 Working Weeks)
• Actual pro-rated salary range: £15,237-£15,476pa based on Grade 15 Point 3-4 with a full-time equivalent salary £24,796-25,185pa
• In addition, the postholder will undertake the role of Lunchtime Supervisor (2.5hrs per week) with an actual salary of £1,377 based on Grade 16 P2 with a full-time equivalent salary of £24,413pa
• This dual role is fixed term until 31 August 2026 and is required from as soon as possible

What will I be doing?

Are you a compassionate and proactive individual with a passion for helping children achieve, thrive and belong?

Would you like to join a welcoming and supportive team where your contribution truly makes a difference?

St Bartholomew’s CofE Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work alongside our EYFS/Yr 1 class team initially. The successful candidate will help provide a stable, caring, stimulating, and supportive learning environment for all children, including those with additional needs.

The core purpose of this role is to work closely with the class teacher to support all children, including those with additional needs, ensuring they are fully engaged in their learning, developing character and making sustained progress. The role also involves promoting the children’s independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion through both 1:1 and small group sessions.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate respect for every child’s individuality and learning journey
• Build trust through consistent, positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
• Show compassion in understanding and supporting the child’s needs
• Inspire aspiration by encouraging the child to achieve their best
• Contribute to our strong sense of community, working collaboratively with staff, parents, and governors
• Have previous experience as a Teaching Assistant and demonstrate a good standard of literacy and numeracy
• Paediatric First and Food hygiene qualifications would be welcomed but training will be provided
• Hold a relevant TA qualification or be willing to work towards achieving Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework

What is in it for me?

Our delightful children are polite, enthusiastic, and hardworking. We have a welcoming family atmosphere and a caring Christian ethos based on our Church School Vision: “Roots to Grow and Wings to Fly.”

We offer a nurturing, respectful, and inclusive environment for children and staff to flourish, supported by a strong community of staff, governors, parents, and volunteers.

This is an exciting opportunity to support young people and work with a dedicated team in a caring, aspirational, and inclusive school.

If you think you possess the qualities and experience we are looking for, we would very much like to hear from you.

Supporting documents and information

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Please contact the school on office@stbartsprimary.co.uk or 01460 72829 for an appointment or further details.

Closing Date for Applications: Noon on 10 December 2025

Interviews: w/c 15 December 2025

Apply on the St Bartholomew’s CofE Primary School website

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