We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our team. The role involves providing support for children who require additional help, working both in the classroom and around school to help pupils make academic, social, emotional and behavioural progress.
The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting all children, be flexible in their approach, and work well as part of a team.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Assist class teachers and the wider team in engaging children with the curriculum
Provide support during lunchtimes, both in the lunch halls and in the playground
Support children experiencing difficulties with their emotions, behaviour, social interactions, or other aspects of school or home life
Occasionally assist with whole-class supervision during teachers’ planned lessons
Build caring, supportive and trusting relationships with children
Carry out personal care routines where appropriate
Assist in creating and developing resources for use in and out of the classroom
Communicate and collaborate with parents under the guidance of the class teacher/SENDCo
FOR THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED:
A willingness to undertake training relevant to the role (Level 1 qualification desirable)
School based references from the last 2 years (Desirable)
A DBS on the update service or happy to complete a new one
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
Previous experience of working with children (desirable for Level 1).
A proven ability to use their initiative
Strong communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults
The ability to use relevant technology/equipment
A positive, can-do attitude
Flexibility and the ability to work well within a team
Hours
The role is term-time only (38 weeks per year)
21.25 hours per week
Work pattern - Monday to Friday 09:00 - 13:30 (includes a 15min unpaid break)
for the right candidate we can be flexible around the weekly working pattern
Salary
PS3 – Fully time equivalent (FTE) £24,510
Actual salary (21.25 hours, 38 weeks): £12,127.34 – £12,346.74 per annum (pro rata)
We offer an exciting and challenging environment, a dedicated, hardworking and supportive staff team and excellent opportunities and commitment to staff professional development.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged via our Admin Manager, Emma Dennis.
Apply
Closing date for applications is 12 midday on Thursday 8 January 2026
Interviews planned for week commencing 15 January 2025
We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date and therefore encourage early applications.
Safeguarding Information
Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. It is an offence to apply for a role if applicants are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
St Martin's C of E Schools (Epsom) are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure.
We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.