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Hotwells Primary School; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Hotwells Primary School in Bristol seeks a dedicated Key Stage 1 Learning Support Assistant to provide targeted classroom support and interventions in the morning, helping pupils engage and progress. This is a KS1-focused role delivering tailored learning activities and phonics support as part of a small, friendly team.

The role requires KS1 experience, the confidence to lead occasional whole-class cover, and a collaborative approach to support pupils with SEND within an inclusive, warm school

Qualifications

• Essential: Direct, proven experience working within Key Stage 1 (KS1) settings.
• Essential: A clear understanding of primary education and child development in early years/KS1.
• Essential: Confidence and capability to lead and manage occasional whole class cover when required.
• Desirable: Experience delivering structured phonics interventions, preferably using the Unlocking Letters and Sounds scheme.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support within Key Stage 1 classrooms to boost pupil engagement and academic attainment.
• Deliver targeted learning and phonics intervention sessions to small groups and individual pupils under guidance from the Class Teacher and SENDCo.
• Assist in monitoring and recording pupil progress, contributing to lesson feedback and assessment activities.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment, maintaining high standards of pupil engagement and well-being.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND, working alongside teaching staff to deliver learning activities.
• Assist teachers in the plan, do, review cycle, including record keeping and resource preparation.
• Help implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policies and record incidents on CPOMs.
• Monitor pupil progress, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to EHCPs and SEND Support Plans.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people at all times.

Skills

KS1 support

Phonics interventions

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Tools

CPOMS

Job description

Hotwells Primary School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Key Stage 1 Learning Support Assistant to join our vibrant team. This specialised morning role involves working directly within Key Stage 1, delivering targeted classroom support and tailored learning interventions.

Hotwells Primary School is a vibrant, creative, and community-focused school—small in size but bursting with warmth, curiosity, and imagination. We are proud of our ambitious curriculum, our strengths in the Arts, and our rich local and global community of children and families.

Amplify Education is a multi-academy trust of 22 schools across Bristol, South Gloucestershire, and North Somerset. We build belief in every young person, expand opportunities, nurture potential, and strengthen citizenship.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality support within Key Stage 1 classrooms to boost pupil engagement and academic attainment.

Deliver targeted learning and phonics intervention sessions to small groups and individual pupils under guidance from the Class Teacher and SENDCo.

Assist in monitoring and recording pupil progress, contributing to lesson feedback and assessment activities.

Foster an inclusive learning environment, maintaining high standards of pupil engagement and well-being.

Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND, working alongside teaching staff to deliver learning activities.

Assist teachers in the plan, do, review cycle, including record keeping and resource preparation.

Help implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policies and record incidents on CPOMs.

Monitor pupil progress, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to EHCPs and SEND Support Plans.

Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people at all times.

Candidate Requirements

Essential: Direct, proven experience working within Key Stage 1 (KS1) settings.

Essential: A clear understanding of primary education and child development in early years/KS1.

Essential: Confidence and capability to lead and manage occasional whole class cover when required.

Desirable: Experience delivering structured phonics interventions, preferably using the Unlocking Letters and Sounds scheme.

An inspirational, adaptable support staff member dedicated to building belief and helping every child thrive.

Proven experience working with primary-aged children, ideally supporting pupils with SEND in KS1.

Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic school team.

A reflective practitioner committed to ongoing professional development.

A positive attitude, resourcefulness, and a sense of humor.

Key Recruitment Dates & Details

Application Deadline: Friday, 2nd October 2026 at 9:00am

Interviews: Wednesday, 7th October 2026

School Visits & Inquiries: Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office.

Please note that all posts at the School are subject to initial and periodic checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service as the school takes every measure possible to ensure the safeguarding of its students.

Safeguarding Statement:

Hotwells Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Visits to the school are encouraged.