1-to-1 Learning Support Assistant

Suffolk County Council; Stradbroke; Remote; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Networking with local primary schools

Job summary

Stradbroke CE Primary School in Suffolk is seeking a dedicated 1-to-1 Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in Key Stage 2.

You should be highly motivated, compassionate, patient and attentive, with prior experience in a similar role within a school or with children who have additional needs. The post is fixed-term until 31 August 2027, 32.5 hours per week, term-time only (38 weeks), 8:30am–3:30pm.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated, compassionate, patient and attentive Learning Support Assistant.
• Prefer previous experience in a similar role within a school or working with children with additional needs.
• Able to work in a term-time schedule and support KS2 pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support pupil(s) with special educational needs within Key Stage 2.
• Assist with daily learning activities and classroom routines.
• Promote inclusive practice and positive behaviour in lessons.

Job description

• Stradbroke CE Primary School




• Address:Stradbroke, Suffolk IP21 5HH




• Salary:£25,614 pro rata (£13.28 per hour)




• Hours: 32 hours and 30 minutes per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm. 38 weeks - term time only. This includes 30 minute lunch break and 30 minutes lunch duty.




• Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2027, required as soon as possible




• Reference:5681

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a 1-to-1 Learning Support Assistant to support pupil(s) with special educational needs within our vibrant primary school in the village of Stradbroke, Suffolk. Our school, pupils and local community are proud of the supportive team here at Stradbroke CE Primary and we are proud of our approach to deliver experiences and education that will have a truly lasting positive effect on our pupils.

We are looking for a highly motivated, compassionate, patient and attentive Learning Support Assistant who can support Key Stage 2 pupils. You should preferably have previous experience in a similar role within a school or working closely with children with additional needs.

We can offer:

• a caring, warm and friendly school with a calm, purposeful working environment




• happy, delightful, well-behaved children who are eager to learn




• friendly and experienced colleagues who take pride in their work and committed to achieving high standards




• supportive and enthusiastic staff, governors and parents




• the opportunity to be part of the All Saints Schools Trust, which gives our staff access to a wealth of support, expertise, CPD and networking opportunities with other local primary schools to provide excellent teaching and learning.

In return we ask that you:

• have high expectations for both learning and behaviour, with a genuine belief in the potential of every child and a commitment to inclusive practice




• are highly organised, a good communicator, calm, kind and committed to inclusion




• be passionate, enthusiastic and committed to the work you do




• be able to use your initiative and adapt easily to change




• are a team player who can form positive and professional relationships with children, colleagues, parents and other stakeholders




• are a positive person with a good sense of humour.

To find out more:

We encourage visits to see the school and to find out more about the role before you apply for the post.

If you would like to discuss this post and would like further information about this wonderful opportunity, please contact the school office via email at: [e-mail] or phone [phone].

Closing date: 1pm, 9 November 2026

Interview date: week commencing 9 November 2026

We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts.