Learning Support Assistants / 1:1 Learning Support Assistant

Company: Wiltshire Council
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Location: Dilton Marsh
Job Description:

Salary: £19,748.16 per annum (Based on 32.25 hours per week, Term Time Only)

Hours of work: Full Time 32.25 hours per week 08:40 – 15:15 M-F (16:15 Tuesdays) term time only

Contract: Fixed Term Contracts, Term Time Only

Role overview

You will support young people with mild, moderate, profound, and severe learning and/or physical disabilities. You should have a track record of achieving excellent outcomes in supporting and caring for those with learning disabilities in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

  • Provide patient, nurturing, and adaptable support to learners based on their individual learning and care needs.
  • Support and care for young people with learning disabilities in an educational setting.
  • Prioritise workload and work independently as required.
  • Report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with agreed procedures.

Qualifications

  • Experience supporting young people with mild to severe learning and/or physical disabilities.
  • Track record of excellent outcomes in an educational setting.
  • Ability to work independently and prioritise workload.

Working hours & contract

Fixed term contract, term time only. Approximately 2 weeks additional leave over the summer beyond typical Wiltshire schools.

Equal Opportunities

Fairfield Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Closing date

Monday 8th June 2026 at 09:00am

Interview date

Tuesday 16th June 2026

Commencement date

Tuesday 1st September 2026

Safeguarding and other

Fairfield Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and all staff are expected to share this commitment. All posts involving direct contact with young people, children and vulnerable groups are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A DBS check will be required before appointment is confirmed.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026