Learning Support Assistant 1-1 SEND

Cross Farm Infant Academy

1:1 Learning Support Assistant

Part Time 23.75 hours / Temporary contract

Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 13.15pm

Salary: £23,858 - £26,014 FTE (actual salary £13,419 - £14,632 pro rata per annum)

Are you flexible, patient, caring and confident with children?

We are looking to recruit a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to work alongside the teachers and other support staff in our Academy to provide the inclusive nurture, care and high aspiration all of our children deserve. We are a school that prides ourselves on making the classroom a place for everyone to be successful and ensuring every child feels part of the school community.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Support a child in Year 1 with an EHCP

• Maintain records for pupils showing progress against key targets

• Liaise with class teachers to ensure best outcomes for pupils

• Maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment

The ideal candidate will:

• Be patient, supportive, enthusiastic & motivated

• Be a team player with excellent organisational skills

• Love working with children & are passionate about inclusion

• Be dedicated to safeguarding all children in our care

We Offer:

• Competitive salary & pension scheme

• Discounted Wrap around care, at relevant academies, if your child is a Kite Academy Pupil (Linked to contractual hours)

• A dedicated, friendly staff team, as well as Happy, motivated children

• An incredible range of employee benefits (including access to Perkbox)

• Opportunities for Training and Progression

Please visit The Kite Academy Trusts careers page - Support staff vacancies or contact Gemma Golland on O1252984930.

Closing date for applications: Monday 23rd March 2026

Interviews to be held: Wednesday 26th March 2026

Early applications are recommended as suitable applicants may be interviewed sooner according to availability and the post filled prior to this date.

The Kite Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We actively support the Government's Prevent Agenda to counter radicalism and extremism.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, successful applicants are subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, satisfactory employment references and online searches. We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, including our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy.

We are an equal opportunities employer who value diversity and inclusion. Guided by our values—positivity, respect, integrity, resilience, and aspiration—we are committed to creating a fair and supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us and help make a difference in the communities we serve.