Learning Support Assistant Level 1

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our team. The role involves providing support for children who require additional help working both in the classroom and around school to help pupils make academic social emotional and behavioural progress.

The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting all children be flexible in their approach and work well as part of a team.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

Assist class teachers and the wider team in engaging children with the curriculum

Provide support during lunchtimes both in the lunch halls and in the playground

Support children experiencing difficulties with their emotions behaviour social interactions or other aspects of school or home life

Occasionally assist with whole-class supervision during teachers planned lessons

Build caring supportive and trusting relationships with children

Carry out personal care routines where appropriate

Assist in creating and developing resources for use in and out of the classroom

Communicate and collaborate with parents under the guidance of the class teacher/SENDCo

FOR THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED:

A willingness to undertake training relevant to the role (Level 1 qualification desirable)

School based references from the last 2 years (Desirable)

A DBS on the update service or happy to complete a new one

THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.

Previous experience of working with children (desirable for Level 1).

A proven ability to use their initiative

Strong communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults

The ability to use relevant technology/equipment

A positive can-do attitude

Flexibility and the ability to work well within a team

Hours

The role is term-time only (38 weeks per year)

21.25 hours per week

Work pattern - Monday to Friday 09:00 - 13:30 (includes a 15min unpaid break)

for the right candidate we can be flexible around the weekly working pattern

Salary

PS3 Fully time equivalent (FTE) 24510

Actual salary (21.25 hours 38 weeks): 12127..74 per annum (pro rata)

We offer an exciting and challenging environment a dedicated hardworking and supportive staff team and excellent opportunities and commitment to staff professional development.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged via our Admin Manager Emma Dennis.

Apply

Closing date for applications is 12 midday on Thursday 8 January 2026

Interviews planned for week commencing 15 January 2025

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date and therefore encourage early applications.

Safeguarding Information

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. It is an offence to apply for a role if applicants are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.