Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant 

Seagrave Village Primary School

Fixed Term until 23rd August 2026

27.5 hours per week; Term Time + Inset Days (39 weeks)

Grade 5, Pts 7 to 8 (£15,526 to £15,772)

Start Date: 26th August 2025

Application Close Date: 9am, Monday 19th May 2025

Provisional Interview Date: Wednesday 21st May 2025

Are you someone who strives for excellence?

Are you passionate and professional?

Would you like to work in a supportive, small school?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Bradgate Education Partnership at Seagrave Village Primary School as a Learning Support Assistant for 27.5 hours per week on a fixed term basis until 23rd August 2026.

Our small but mighty school is dedicated to achieving excellence for every pupil, and our committed, highly motivated Learning Support Assistants are central to this mission. As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting children’s learning, both in groups and one-to-one, helping to create a stimulating and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. You’ll work closely with Classroom Teachers and support colleagues to support pupils with diverse educational and social needs and contribute to school activities like trips and enrichment sessions.

This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at Seagrave Village Primary School, as we continue to work collaboratively to deliver a high quality education and meaningful experiences to our children and young people. Everyone has a significant part to play and you can find out more about working for the Trust by taking a look at our Candidate Information Pack.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a Learning Support Assistant qualification is desirable

• Have a minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and Maths

• Demonstrate enthusiasm, initiative, flexibility, and a proactive approach

• Have experience in working with children from a wide range of backgrounds, with a wide range of needs.

• Be flexible, calm, patient and confident with children from a wide range of backgrounds with a wide range of needs

In return we offer:

• Opportunities to work across the partnership, developing your skills and expertise

• The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and share knowledge and resources

• Access to our professional networks and professional development programmes

• A vibrant, community-centered school that values and supports every member of its staff

• Fantastic, well behaved children who enjoy learning

• Access to our Bradgate Benefits package (see Candidate Information Pack).

Applications

Prior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school

To apply for this position:

1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy

2. Apply using the online application

3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying.

We look forward to receiving your application!

ACCESSIBILITY…

If you do need any help with applying for this post, or need support with completing the application form, please make contact using the above contact details.

SAFEGUARDING…

Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and wider workforce are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

INCLUSION…

At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging.

We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.