Learning Partner

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership (lsp); East Harptree; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

East Harptree and Ubley Primary Schools are seeking a part-time Learning Partner to support learning across both schools. The role is 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30–13:00, term-time only and includes 5 inset days, with a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027.

The post will work under the direction of class teachers or the SENDCo to support learning across the schools. Start date 2 November 2026.

Qualifications

• A flexible team player who is positive, passionate about their job and a problem solver.
• Someone that can develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with pupils, the staff team and parents
• A committed person confident in working with the class teacher to support/develop learning of individual pupils, groups or the whole class
• Someone that can use their own initiative
• A person with a good sense of humour
• Someone who can demonstrate strong behaviour management
• A person who is self-motivated, creative and flexible

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning for pupils, teachers and the wider school community.

Skills

Flexible team player

Relationship building

Commitment to support learning

Initiative

Good sense of humour

Behaviour management

Self-motivated and creative

Job description

Learning Partner Hours: 22.5 hours Monday to Friday 08.30 - 13.00 / Term Time only to include 5 inset days Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2027 Salary: Grade JG4, SCP 7-11 (£27,274 - £29,071) Actual Salary: £14,567.97 - £15,527.81 per annum Start Date: 2 November 2026 The Role:East Harptree and Ubley Primary Schools are seeking to appoint a part-time Learning Partner supporting the learning of children across the schools. The role is to work flexibly as part of a team, under the direction of class teachers or the SENDCo to provide teaching and learning support to pupils, teachers and the wider school community.

We are looking for:

• A flexible team player who is positive, passionate about their job and a problem solver
• Someone that can develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with pupils, the staff team and parents
• A committed person confident in working with the class teacher to support/develop learning of individual pupils, groups or the whole class
• Someone that can use their own initiative
• A person with a good sense of humour
• Someone who can demonstrate strong behaviour management
• A person who is self-motivated, creative and flexible

In return our friendly, engaging and exciting school can offer:

• A truly inclusive school where every member of the school community really matters
• A strong, collaborative culture of hard-working, dedicated staff who support one another
• Skilled and enthusiastic staff that are committed to further developing their practice
• Caring and respectful pupils who are proud of their school and work with independence and enthusiasm
• An opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our children and their families
• A commitment to CPD opportunities
• Warm relationships with the local community, supportive Governors and parents

Our School :

Our school is a special place where everyone is encouraged to; Dream, Believe, Achieve Together. East Harptree Primary School is a small, friendly rural village school, and it plays a hugely important role in serving isolated village communities. We have close links with the local church community and the Diocese of Bath and Wells and work closely with Ubley Primary School as a supportive collaboration of two rural schools. Parental support is good and there is a highly supportive PTA Committee.

The Trust :

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP) is a Multi-Academy Trust which has experienced rapid growth since it started in 2016. There are currently 33 schools in the Trust. The Lighthouse Schools Partnership is cross-phase and includes Infant, Junior, Primary and Secondary schools. The Trust is a mixed MAT and includes both non-denominational and Church of England schools. We encourage you to browse our website for more information about the Trust: Lighthouse Schools Partnership - Home

Closing Date: 9 October 2026 Interview Date: 15 October 2026 Early applications are encouraged. The school reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should the School be able to identify an appropriate candidate.