EYFS Learning Support Assistant – Term Time Role

Bradgate Education Partnership; Sileby; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

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Job summary

Bradgate Education Partnership at Highgate Primary School in Sileby, Leicestershire, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant (EYFS) on a permanent basis. The role is 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only plus inset, with Grade 5, Points 7 to 8 pay (£16,553 to £16,816).

Start date ASAP with applications closing 9 November 2026. You will work within the Early Years Foundation Stage, supporting young learners with language development, play-based learning, and inclusive support to

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in an educational setting, preferably within a primary school.
• Patience and empathy to support children with diverse needs and backgrounds.
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude towards education and child development.
• Flexibility to respond to the varying needs of children and the school environment.

Responsibilities

• Support language and communication development through high-quality interactions, storytelling, conversations, songs, role play and carefully planned activities.
• Work alongside teachers and the EYFS team to deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences that support children's progress across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.
• Provide targeted support for individual pupils and small groups, including children with additional needs, helping them to access learning and achieve their full potential.
• Support positive behaviour strategies, helping children to understand routines, expectations and positive learning behaviours. Promote children's wellbeing and ensure every child feels safe, valued and supported.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience and empathy

Teamwork

Flexibility

Safeguarding

Job description

Bradgate Education Partnership at Highgate Primary School in Sileby, Leicestershire, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant (EYFS) on a permanent basis. The role is 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only plus inset, with Grade 5, Points 7 to 8 pay (£16,553 to £16,816).

Start date ASAP with applications closing 9 November 2026. You will work within the Early Years Foundation Stage, supporting young learners with language development, play-based learning, and inclusive support to