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Mowbray Education Trust; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional education organization in Wymondham seeks a Learning Support Assistant for Sherard Primary School. This part-time, fixed-term role involves working with students on a 3-day week basis to enable their learning and support their needs. Ideal candidates are organized, creative, and passionate about education. A commitment to making a positive impact on children's lives is essential. Salary ranges from £11,362.84 to £11,542.82 annually, with numerous employee benefits available.

Benefits

High quality continuous professional development

Career progression opportunities

Occupational sick pay

Access to the generous Teacher Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free eye care tests

On-site parking

Employee wellbeing schemes

Qualifications

• Assistive skills for pupils with learning needs.
• Experience with engaging in classroom environments.
• Good IT skills for educational tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing materials for lessons.
• Support pupils with learning needs and activities.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive environment for all pupils.

Skills

Organised and creative person with good IT skills

Commitment to transforming the life choices of young people

Confidence in the use of IT

Education

Preferred postgraduate/Education related background

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Education / Teaching Assistant Jobs

Melton Mowbray, East Midlands

£11,362.84 - £11,542.82 Annually (Actual) FTE £25,191 - £25,590 per annum

Fixed term, Part time

Learning Support Assistant

Sherard Primary School

Are you looking for a new challenge?

Are you looking for a rewarding role that will allow you to make a difference by helping to give young people a positive start in life?

Then come and work for us at Mowbray Education Trust as a Learning Support Assistant at Sherard Primary School on a fixed-term basis for one academic year, working part-time, 3 days a week (19.5hpw).

Remuneration Package

• A salary of £11,362.84 – £11,542.82 per annum (FTE £25,191 – £25,590)
• Local Government Pension Scheme membership
• Hours: 19.5 hours per week, 3 days a week, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm, term time only plus 5 INSET days (39 weeks)

About Sherard Primary School

• Children are at the heart of all decisions made
• Love of learning for pupils and staff
• We develop the whole child
• We embrace and celebrate differences
• We value collaboration in all forms

This role may be suitable for a graduate looking to gain relevant and practical experience within the classroom with a view to undertaking teacher training or gaining specialist training and knowledge in a field that you are passionate about.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing materials for lessons
• Support pupils with learning needs and activities
• Utilise IT tools to aid teaching and learning
• Maintain a positive, inclusive environment for all pupils

Qualifications and Skills

• Organised and creative person with good IT skills
• Commitment to transforming the life choices of young people
• Confidence in the use of IT
• Preferred postgraduate/Education related background (not required)

About the Mowbray Education Trust

The Mowbray Education Trust (MET) is a family of schools dedicated to providing children with a first‑class education. Based in Leicestershire and reaching far beyond, our settings support pupils throughout their education journey, providing them with the skills and knowledge to thrive and make a positive impact on society.

Our vision is to deliver first‑class teaching and learning with integrity. Every young person attending our schools, regardless of background or ability, receives a first‑class education.

Our Senior Leadership Team work collaboratively across the Trust to enhance each school while allowing them to keep their own sense of individuality.

As our Trust grows, we need talented, skilled individuals. Each of our employees brings a unique mindset, new ideas and positively impacts the development of our Trust. We are dedicated to:

• Creating our own
• Growing our own
• Inspiring our own
• Retaining our own

We are always looking to develop our staff to grow their careers with us through mentoring and professional development opportunities. Our staff are driven by the vision of doing our best for every single pupil so they can develop to their full potential and act courageously and with integrity in all that they do.

Employee Benefits

• High quality continuous professional development throughout the year
• Career progression opportunities within the Trust
• Occupational sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
• Access to the generous Teacher Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free eye care tests
• On‑site parking
• Employee wellbeing schemes
• Central services: HR, finance and IT

Closing and Interview Dates

Closing date: Midday, Wednesday 10th December 2025

Interview date: Monday 15th December 2025

Start date: January 2026

Mowbray Education Trust reserves the right to close adverts early if sufficient applications are received.

All roles are subject to full pre‑employment safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check – this includes a 6‑month probationary period.