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

27.5 hours per week Grade 15 point 3-4 £12.85-£13.05 per hour (LSA)

2.5 hours per week Grade 16 point 2 £12.65 per hour (MDSA)

Local Government Pension Scheme

Hours to be worked Monday to Friday, term time only

This is a fixed term contract in the first instance until 31/08/2027 in line with the child remaining at the school.

Salary is paid on a pro-rata basis.

Start date September 2026, subject to pre-employment checks

What will I be doing?

We are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at Preston C of E Primary School.

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have a passion for supporting the education and well-being of all our wonderful children.
  • Be enthusiastic about the development and aspirations of all learners.
  • Be willing to participate fully in all aspects of school life, including developing relationships with parents and community members.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development to ensure best practice is followed and shared.
  • Have the ability to think on their feet, using their initiative whilst working collaboratively across all staff groups.
  • Be motivated, passionate and reflective about their work.
  • Experience of autism and/or non-verbal communication is preferred but not essential.

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:

The school office at 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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