Learning Support Assistant

Company: Lightwater Village Infant School and Nursery
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Location: Lightwater
Job Description:

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive and inclusive team on a fixed term basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting learning across our schools, helping to shape the educational experience of our wonderful pupils. If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to bring your skills, energy, and creativity to a vibrant school community, we’d love to hear from you!

Our Opportunity

We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join our hardworking and dedicated staff team. This role is central to supporting a child on an individual basis, including those with special educational needs. The successful candidate will work closely with the Class Teacher to provide tailored support that promotes the child’s learning, wellbeing, and independence.

What We Are Looking For

  • be dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated
  • be able to develop positive relationships with young children
  • be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour.
  • be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team, including working closely with outside agencies
  • relate exceptionally well with children and to go that extra mile to help them achieve
  • be a confident and clear communicator with parents

The Details

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: £23,914 – £24,078 FTE

Pay Scale: GLF Associate 2.1 – 2.4 £23,914 – £24,078 FTE

Actual Salary: £17,144.23 – £17,261.80

Hours: 30hrs per week – Monday to Friday 8.30am – 3.00pm (39 weeks per year)

Closing Date: Friday 26th June at 9.30am

Interview Date: W/C 29th June 2026

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Posted: June 17th, 2026