Learning Support Assistant - fixed term 12 months (minimum 20hrs per week)

We are seeking to appoint, as early in the new academic year as possible, TWO highly motivated Individual Needs Assistants. These roles will be fixed term positions for twelve months as they are funding-dependent. They will involve supporting the learning and development of small groups and individual pupils.  We can offer you a friendly, supportive school with great opportunities for professional development.

The successful candidates will:

• have an enthusiasm for working with primary aged children
• have good literacy and mathematical skills
• be hard working, resilient and adaptable to change
• have an understanding and knowledge of supporting children’s learning
• an understanding of EYFS development is desirable

Interested in this exciting opportunity? If you have any questions please contact our Business Manager, Dean Lennard, by email at [email protected].    

Start date: As soon as possible after successful interview, subject to recruitment formalities.  

Contract: Fixed term – until 22nd July 2027

Hours:  A minimum of 20 hours per week, term time only, with exact working days/times to be agreed on appointment.  

Salary Scale: Ark Support (outside London) Point 3; Full time salary £24,795 per annum.

Actual pro-rata salary to be £13.21 per hour (gross).  

Closing date: Monday 31st August 2026

Interviews: Friday 4th September 2026

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Interest-free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
• Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.

We are a two-form entry school, with 60 pupils in each year group, ranging from reception through to year 6. Our staff make a tremendous effort to get to know each pupil and provide them with the very best care. We are dedicated to providing children with the best possible education and we strive to be the best that we can be at all times.

The vision for our pupils is clear: Our children will be secure in the knowledge of who they are and where they come from, and confident in looking to where they will go next. To achieve their ambitious goals, our pupils and staff work hard and have high aspirations. We ensure all children have access to a broad balanced and purposeful curriculum, as well as providing excellent enrichment opportunities.