Learning Support Assistant

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive and inclusive team on a fixed term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting learning across our schools, helping to shape the educational experience of our wonderful pupils. If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to bring your skills, energy, and creativity to a vibrant school community, we’d love to hear from you! Your opportunity We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join our hardworking and dedicated staff team. This role is central to supporting a child on an individual basis, including those with special educational needs. The successful candidate will work closely with the Class Teacher to provide tailored support that promotes the child’s learning, wellbeing, and independence.  What we are looking for We are looking for someone to; be dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated be able to develop positive relationships with young children be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour. be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team, including working closely with outside agencies relate exceptionally well with children and to go that extra mile to help them achieve be a confident and clear communicator with parents Please read the job description and person specification before applying. A bout Lightwater Village Infant and Junior school Our school stands at the heart of the village community of Lightwater. We offer an outstanding start to education for children from 2 to 11 years old, consistently achieving excellence, yet also engaging children in imaginative and exciting themes whereby learning comes alive.

Our School sits within a newly established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Lightwater Village Infant and Junior School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Springfield, Cordwalles, Pine Ridge and Lorraine. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development. The Details Start Date: September 2026 Salary:  £23,914 - £24.078 FTE Pay Scale: GLF Associate 2.1 - 2.4 £23,914 - £24.078 FTE Actual Salary:  £17,144.23 - £17,261.80 Hours: 30hrs per week - Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3.00pm (39 weeks per year)  Closing Date:  Friday 26th June at 9.30am Interview Date:  W/C 29th June 2026