Learning Support Assistant

Fixed Term Contract until 31 August 2026 subject to external funding linked to your allocated student

Part time 30 Hours per week

Term Time Only

TPLTSS(actual salary)

Plus various Company Benefits

The Priory Learning Trust (Somerset Business Award winner for Employer of the Year) is looking to recruit an experienced and skilled Learning Support Assistant to work at our West Huntspill Primary School Academy.

This position is a 5 days a week nonteaching role focused on supporting pupils with SEN requirements in the classroom. This will involve building strong supportive relationships with the pupil working closely with the class teacher assisting in planning and adapting learning activities.

We are a small friendly village school dedicated to improving outcomes for all children and providing firstclass pastoral and educational support for all including those that find traditional teaching environments more challenging. We are looking for an experienced empathetic compassionate and motivated member of staff who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and equal opportunities for all.

As part of this role you will;

• Support children in their personal development and progress through school by providing encouragement rewards advice and guidance induction.
• Help develop positive learning behaviours working collaboratively with the class teacher.
• Support children to be successful in our school and beyond.

What you will need to succeed;

• Experience of working within a similar educational setting.
• Ability to adhere to working procedures and policies within the school environment.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Good ICT skills.
• Patient flexible and adaptable meticulous and conscientious.
• Experience of working with children with special educational needs would be beneficial.

West Huntspill Primary is an Ofsted rated Good school with community at its heart we focus on developing children and young people into well rounded individuals who leave school not only with positive outcomes but also valuable life experiences and an aspirational mindset with high expectations of and for themselves.

We pride ourselves on being a flexible employer and strive to accommodate a variety of working arrangements so we encourage you to apply. At our school we take staff workload seriously and prioritise creating a supportive environment where teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. As part of a local Trust our staff also benefit from collaborative opportunities and resources that come with being part of a wider community.

At the Priory Learning Trust we offer an incredible comprehensive employee benefits package. This includes..

The PLaTform Access to our dedicated wellbeing centre & exclusive shopping discounts.

Healthshield Funded Healthcare Scheme for employees and all dependents which provides services such as a 24/7 GP Line & Healthcare cashback.

Discounted nursery fees for parents AND grandparents at our Academy pre schools.

Contributory pension scheme offering generous employer contribution rates.

CPD opportunities both internally & externally.

A very friendly school community with dedicated supportive & inspiring colleagues.

Health & Fitness offers including incredible discounts on @Worle Sports Centre and Nuffield Health.

A Cycle to Work scheme.

Free onsite parking.

Flu vaccinations on site during the working day free of charge.

About The Priory Learning Trust:

TPLT grew from an intent to bring the power of partnership and sharing to bear and provide a firstclass education to a wide range of children from all backgrounds.

At our heart is a passion to put Students First and deliver exceptional education; beyond outstanding for every single child. We do this with a relentless drive for academic excellence shared moral purpose and values combined with lots of fun and happiness. We believe that happy schools are also highachieving successful schools.

We strive for partnerships between students families staff and the wider community to create exceptional student outcomes. We also cherish our staff. We believe they are amazing and are passionate to empower them through support training and career opportunities. With such brilliant people all aiming for the same goals we are able to ensure every student achieves all that they are capable of and more regardless of their background.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

The Priory Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All paid positions which involve working regularly within academies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must declare all convictions (including convictions with Absolute Discharge) cautions or bindovers you may have even if they would otherwise be regarded as Spent under this Act and where applicable any disqualifications under the Childcare Act.

The amendments to the Exceptions Orderprovide that certain spent convictions and cautions are protected and are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service filtering guide.

This role involves working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity.

Offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references online searches and Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.

Please see the following links to our Child Protection and Safeguarding policy and Recruitment and Selection policy.

Closing Date: Sunday 4th May 2025

Proposed Interview Date: Friday 9th May 2025

Proposed Start Date: Monday 2nd June 2025