1:1 Learning Support Assistant

United Learning; Banstead; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Health Cash Plan

Store and gym membership discounts

Car lease scheme

Discounted school fees

Free lunch and refreshments

Job summary

Banstead Preparatory School is looking for a dedicated 1:1 Learning Assistant to support a child in EYFS, helping them thrive academically and emotionally. The role is full-time, term-time only, with a 1-year fixed-term contract and strong renewal potential.

You will work 37.25 hours per week (4 days at 7.25 hours, 1 day 8.25 hours to support a club), starting January 2027 or earlier for the right candidate. The school emphasizes a warm, inclusive environment and safeguarding commitment.

Qualifications

• Experience providing 1:1 support to young children in early years settings.
• Ability to collaborate with EYFS team and SENCo to deliver inclusive activities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to help the child thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
• Collaborate with the EYFS team and SENCo to deliver engaging, inclusive learning experiences.
• Foster a safe, caring, and stimulating environment that encourages curiosity and growth.
• Support the child in developing confidence, independence, and essential early skills.

Skills

1:1 support

EYFS

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

location_on Location Banstead Preparatory School

Banstead Prep School is a co-educational Prep school, Pre-school and Nursery, educating around 250 girls and boys aged 2-11. An inclusive and diverse school community, we are located on the outskirts of the village of Banstead, Surrey, with excellent transport links to London and the South East.Our vision is to be a school that challenges, develops, and nurtures every child, where every child is free to be themselves. We constantly strive to change and to improve, to deliver a modern education that prepares our children for an exciting future, encouraging them to aim high and dream big.Our school is young, vibrant, and thriving. We are committed to innovation and are always exploring ways to keep our forward-thinking curriculum fresh, challenging and relevant. We embrace change and are never afraid to shake things up to ensure we deliver the best for our children. We are ambitious about academic success, while ensuring that our children’s wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do, enabling them to be free to be themselves. Our broad, and exciting curriculum inspires curiosity, right from the early years. It goes beyond the academics; we are teaching skills for life along with a broad range of co-curricular subjects. We offer exceptional facilities, including a STEM centre, drama studio and expansive spaces for sports, featuring a full-sized astro pitch, netball courts, huge sports hall and indoor pool.We are not a feeder for any senior schools, we work to help parents identify aspirational but realistic school choices and prepare the children within the normal school timetable so that every child leaves us for their senior school of choice feeling valued, prepared, confident and ready to thrive.Our active and supportive parent community plays an integral role in our school, collaborating with us to raise funds for initiatives like new climbing frames and library enhancements.Banstead Prep School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check. We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

Job details

Hours: 37.25per week.7.25 hours for 4 days, 8.25 hours for one day (to support at a club)- We would potentially consider job share/part time for the right candidates.

Do you have a warm and positive approach, with a desire to make a real difference in a child’s early school experience?

We’relooking for a dedicated and enthusiastic1:1 Learning Assistant to join our friendly team, providing tailored support to help a child succeed both academically and emotionally. This role is key to helping them build strong foundations in their learning and confidence during these crucial early primary years.

This is a full-time, term-time only position on a1-year fixed term contract, with strong potential for renewal.It’sa great opportunityfor someone with relevant qualifications or experience who is passionate about nurturing and guiding young learners.

Our school is young, vibrant, and thriving. We are committed to innovation and are always exploring ways to keep our forward-thinking curriculum fresh,challengingand relevant. We embrace change and are never afraid to shake things up to ensure we deliver the best for our children.

We are ambitious about academic success while ensuring that our children’s wellbeing is at the heart ofeverything,we do, enabling them to be free to be themselves. Our broad, exciting curriculum inspires curiosity and goes beyond the academics,we are teaching skills for life along with a broad range of core subjects. We offer exceptional facilities, includinga state-of-the-artSTEM centre and expansive spaces for sports, featuring a full-sizedall-weatherpitch. Our active and supportive parent community plays an integral role in our school, collaborating with us to raise funds for initiatives like new climbing frames and library enhancements.

We are proud of our warm and inclusive school environment, where teamwork and collaboration are highly valued. You will join a supportive and close-knit staff team with low staff turnover and high staff satisfaction.

Weeks :35per year

Start Date: January 2027, potentially earlier for the right candidate.

In this role, you will:

• Work closely with a child in EYFS, providing tailored 1:1 support to help them thrive emotionally, socially, and academically
• Collaborate with the EYFS team and SENCo to deliver engaging, inclusive learning experiences
• Foster a safe, caring, and stimulating environment that encourages curiosity and growth
• Support the child in developing confidence, independence and essential early skills

We’relooking for someone who is:

• Relevant childcare or education qualification (e.g., Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent).
• Passionate about working with young children, particularly in a 1:1 support role
• Kind, patient, and nurturing with excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Organised, flexible and able to respond to individual learning needs creatively
• Knowledgeable about safeguarding and committed to supporting the wellbeing of all pupils

United Learning is a group of schools which aims to provide excellent education to children and young people across the country. Weseekto improve the life chances of all the children and young people we serve and make it our mission to bring out ‘the best in everyone’ – pupils, staff,parentsand the wider community. As part of the United Learning group, Banstead Prep has a lot to offer.

You will receive:

• Professional development opportunities and access to a fantastic network of support
• Discounted school fees
• Free lunch and refreshments
• Access to free parking

And after 6 months you will have access to:

• Life insurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Store and gym membership discounts
• Car lease scheme
• Designated wellbeing site

Closing Date: Friday 27 November. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so early applications are encouraged. The School reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage.

If you are shortlisted for the role, an online searchwill be carried out for the role.

Banstead Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screeningappropriate tothe post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.