Inspiring Primary LSA for SEND & Inclusion (Term-Time)

ARK SCHOOLS; Hastings; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 2.5% higher than main pay scale

Training days

Generous pension scheme

Ark rewards discounts

Interest-free loans for season tickets

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

ARK SCHOOLS' Ark Castledown Primary Academy in Hastings is seeking a enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join the Inclusion Team. You will support a child with additional needs, help implement work programmes, and prepare learning resources.

Contract is fixed term until August 2027. Hours: 16.5 per week (09:00–15:00, 3 days a week, term time only). Salary: £24,482. Ark offers CPD and staff discounts and welfare. Start Sep 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary age children.
• Experience working with students with SEND.
• Experience supporting children with behavioural difficulties.
• Experience with risk awareness in classroom settings.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Willingness to assist with personal care.
• Hard-working and adaptable to change.

Responsibilities

• Help implement work programmes for a child with additional needs.
• Assist in planning, managing and preparing resources for the child.
• Support a member of the Inclusion Team as required.

Skills

Primary age children experience

SEND experience

Behavioural support

Risk awareness

Literacy skills

Mathematical skills

Personal care support

Adaptable to change

Job description

ARK SCHOOLS' Ark Castledown Primary Academy in Hastings is seeking a enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join the Inclusion Team. You will support a child with additional needs, help implement work programmes, and prepare learning resources.

Contract is fixed term until August 2027. Hours: 16.5 per week (09:00–15:00, 3 days a week, term time only). Salary: £24,482. Ark offers CPD and staff discounts and welfare. Start Sep 2026.