Learning Support Assistant

Do you have a strong desire to make a difference in the lives of children and young people?  Do you want to work in a dynamic school that has high ambitions for all its children and staff? 

Yes – then we need you!

Biggleswade Academy is an independent, state funded Academy providing truly comprehensive education and wrap-around care for children aged 2-11.  We are looking to appoint dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about supporting the learning and education of our pupils.

In return, we can offer an organisation committed to innovation and professional development where you will have a chance to grow and have a genuine impact upon the improvement and advancement of the Academy.  We have two LSA positions available.

Hours – 27.5 hours per week.  Permanent contract.  Monday - Friday, 8:55am – 15.25pm.  38.6 weeks per annum (term time plus 12 hours - to be worked on inset days and twilights in term time).         

Salary - NJC Level 2A scale 3-4 dependent on qualifications / experience (£12.85 – £13.05 per hour depending on service).

Qualifications - Level 2/ NNEB/ BTEC or equivalent childcare qualification preferred.  GCSE Maths and English at grades A-C.

To apply, simply visit biggleswadeacademy.org/biggleswade-academy/careers-with-us.  If you have any questions about the role, please email vacancies@biggleswadeacademy.org or call 01767 660 515.

Closing Date:  Sunday 11^th January, 2026.

Biggleswade Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS (Disclosure Barring Service). In line with Keeping Children safe in Education, online searches will be undertaken for all prospective shortlisted candidates.

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.