Learning Assistant - Fixed Term

Unity Schools Partnership; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Coupals Primary Academy, part of Unity Schools Partnership, seeks a Learning Assistant to support pupils and classroom learning on a fixed-term basis. The role runs 32.25 hours each week across 38 weeks per year, with a start date in December 2026 and an end date of 31 August 2027.

The post offers access to professional development and a supportive team as part of Unity Schools Partnership's group. Interviews are scheduled for the week of 23 November 2026, and safeguarding checks including an

Job description

Contract: Fixed Term (31.08.2027), 32.25 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.

Start Date: December 2026

Children only get one chance to receive a high-quality school education.

At Coupals Primary Academy we are committed to ensuring our children get the best possible start in life and we are on a journey to achieve this. To realise our goal, we are seeking a Learning Assistant to join our team. As a member of the Coupals team, you will gain access to a range of professional development opportunities. In exchange, we are looking for a talented, enthusiastic, and innovative individual who is seeking a new challenge.

As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:

• a friendly and welcoming school.
• a caring, supportive team ethos where everyone is valued.
• dedicated colleagues who enjoy working together as a team.
• a supportive and driven leadership team.
• significant training and development available through opportunities for professional development, research, teacher training and collaboration between schools and across phases.
• an excellent and involved local governing body.

Interviews: week beginning 23 November 2026

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part-time or as a job-share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.