Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Stafford Leys Primary School

Fixed Term until 23rd August 2026

Full time/Part Time – various hours available

Grade 5, Pts 7 to 8 (FTE £24,408 to £24,795 per annum)

Start Date: 26th August 2025

Application Close Date: 9am Monday 16th June 2025

Provisional Interview Date: Tuesday 24th June 2025

Are you a hardworking and motivated individual?

Are you looking to build a career that gives you a genuine sense of achievement and fulfilment?

Would you like to work with a supportive team and have a positive impact on the young people we support?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Stafford Leys Primary School as a Learning Support Assistant on a fixed term basis until 23rd August 2026.

There are various hours available for the role with the working hours ranging from 7.5 to 27.5 hours per week which can be discussed at interview. You will be required to work across the whole week, from Monday to Friday.

The Learning Support Assistant is responsible for providing support to our pupils and teachers within the school to provide a high quality provision. The successful candidate will work with whole classes, small groups of children and pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) on an individual 1:1 basis.

This role is a rewarding one with a successful candidate having the opportunity to gain more experience in the classroom, and work with a supportive team.

This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at Stafford Leys 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:

• Be NVQ Level 2 qualified (or equivalent)

• Have experience in a classroom environment

• Have experience of supporting SEND in an educational setting

• Have the motivation and passion for being part of a successful school team

• Have good literacy and numeracy skills

• Have the ability to contribute to the progression of learning

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

• 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 form

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

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.