Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners? We are a welcoming Church of England primary school, part of a dynamic multi-academy trust, dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for all our pupils. We are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our team for Autumn 2025.
We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with Forest school experience.
In this role, you will work closely with pupils who have special educational needs, providing support to help them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Your commitment and enthusiasm will play a crucial part in fostering a positive learning experience. This is a fixed term contract e year in the first instance, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to our school’s mission and make a meaningful impact within our community.
Contract Type: Fixed term to August 2026, 30 hours per week, term time.
We are looking for individuals who:
- Are experienced in providing support for children with special education needs.
- Are qualified to a minimum of NVQ 2 in supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent.
- Are passionate about supporting pupil learning and development and dedicated to forming and building relationships.
- Are strong team players, able to inspire and motivate pupils, working effectively with the teacher.
- Are committed to the vision of the school.
- have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and is highly motivated.
In return we can offer:
- Wonderful children who love to learn.
- A supportive and dedicated staff team.
- Working within a progressive and forward-thinking MAT.
Closing date for applications: all applications will be assessed on receipt until Monday 18th August 2025
Interviews to be held: To be confirmed
References will be requested for all shortlisted applicants before interview. Applications will only be accepted on the application form and CVs or other forms of application will not be considered.
The post is considered to be regulated activity and as such subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check. Additionally, applicants are to be aware that an overseas criminal record check, or certificate of good behaviour, will be required before appointment, from candidates who have lived overseas for a period of 3 months (including aggregated time), aged 16 or over in the previous 10 years.
Embrace Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, enhanced DBS checks and barred list checks will be undertaken for all successful applicants prior to appointment and all shortlisted applicants will be subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks. We believe that all individuals are of equal value and we are committed to equal opportunities for all, ensuring equality of opportunity in line with the Equality Act 2010.