Job details

Salary: £12.85-£13.05 per hour (LSA)/£12.65 per hour (MDSA)

Employer: Preston Church of England Primary School

Location: Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3SN

Contract type: Fixed term, Term time

Working pattern: Part time

Closing date: 8 May 2026 9:00 am

About the job

Key information

Learning Support Assistant:- 27.5 hours per week, term time only

Salary: Grade 15, point 3-4 £12.85-£13.05 per hour (pay award pending)

Midday Supervisory Assistant:- 2.5 hours per week, Term time only.

Grade 16 point 2 £12.65 per hour (pay award pending)

Fixed term contract until 31st August 2027 in the first instance

Start date September 2026, subject to pre-employment checks

Local Government Pension Scheme

Salary is paid on a pro-rata basis.

What will I be doing?

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?

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

DBS check

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

Supporting documents and information

How to Apply:
Please apply in writing by completing the application form available on the school website.

Completed application forms and a covering letter should be submitted to:

Mrs Claire Hodgson, Headteacher to the address below or emailed to: office@preston.ppat365.org

Application Deadline: Friday 8 May 2026 at 9am.

PPAT Education reserves the right to remove a vacancy before the closing date.

Due to the volume of applications received if you have not heard from the school by Friday 15 May 2026, unfortunately you have not been successful in securing an interview.

Visits to the school or any queries regarding the role are welcome; please telephone the school to make an appointment.

Preston CofE Primary School The Toose, Abbey Manor Park, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3SN

Tel: 01935 474538

Apply on the Preston Church of England Primary School website

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