Job Details

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Level 2
Salary: £10,930 – £11,916 pro rata per annum (FTE £27,926 – £29,080)
Hours: Term-time only (38 weeks), 18 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 08:45–12:36 (includes a 15-minute unpaid break). Start and finish times can be flexible if required.
Contract: Permanent

Overview

We are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work mainly in Early Years and Key Stage 1.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to support children’s learning and development, including those with special educational needs (SEN), within a classroom setting. You will help to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.

This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a supportive school community and to make a real difference during the early stages of a child’s education.

The successful candidate will:

• Be passionate about supporting all pupils, including those with additional needs
• Be flexible in their approach
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team

You may be required to deliver a bespoke curriculum for some children, with guidance and support from the class teacher and SENDCo.

The Role (Purpose)

To provide support for pupils, including those with special educational needs.

You will:

• Support pupils with their daily routines, learning, emotional regulation, behaviour, social interaction, and self-care
• Build supportive, caring, secure, and trusting relationships with pupils
• Implement appropriate programmes under the guidance of the class teacher and SENDCo
• Promote pupil engagement and independence
• Work with external professionals to plan and deliver provision
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers
• Carry out personal care duties where required
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver personalised support both inside and outside the classroom
• Support pupils’ learning, routines, social development, behaviour, and self-care
• Record, monitor, and report on behaviour and learning progress
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENDCo, and external specialists
• Adhere to safeguarding (KCSIE), health and safety, and school policies

Person Specification (Requirements):

Essential

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

·         Previous experience working with children.

·         Ability to work on your own initiative.

·         Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children and adults.

·         Ability to use relevant technology/equipment.

·         A positive, flexible, team‑focused attitude.

·         A DBS on the update service or willingness to complete a new one.

Desirable

·         Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs.

·         Level 3 Teaching Assistant / Early Years Practitioner qualification.

·         Recent school‑based references (within the last 2 years).

What We Offer:

·         A supportive and friendly team.

·         Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

·         LGPS pension scheme.

·         2-week autumn half term break

·         On-site parking (subject to availability)

·         Viv-up scheme

·         School Wellbeing Programme

Apply:

Closing date for applications is 10am on Thursday 25 June 2026

Interviews planned for week commencing 29 June 2026 

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged via our School Office Team.

We reserve the right to invite candidates for interview prior to the closing date and therefore recommend that applications are submitted as early as possible.

Safeguarding Statement:

Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a self-declaration regarding any criminal record or information that may make them unsuitable to work with children. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

St Martin’s C of E Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Further information can be found in our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy on the Enlighten Learning Trust Careers page.

All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.