Learning Partner

St Andrew's; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

St Andrew’s CE Primary School in Congresbury, Bristol, invites applications for Learning Partner (Teaching and Learning Support) to join our friendly team across the primary phase. The role supports pupils, teachers and the wider school community under the direction of class teachers or the SENDCo, providing flexible help to individuals, groups or the class.

We seek a positive, adaptable team player with good humour, strong behaviour management and the ability to build relationships with pupils,

Qualifications

• A flexible team player who is positive, passionate about their job and a problem solver
• Ability to develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
• Commitment to supporting learning of individuals, groups or the whole class
• Ability to use initiative, humour and strong behaviour management
• Self-motivated, creative and flexible

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching and learning support to pupils, teachers and the wider school community under the direction of class teachers or the SENDCo.

Job description

# Learning PartnerEmployer: St Andrew's Primary SchoolLocation: Congresbury, BristolContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part TimeContract Length: Until 31 August 2027Salary: JG4 SCP7 - 11 (£27,274 - £29,071)Posted: 9th October 2026Expires: 20th October 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1578803Job Reference: LSP-S410* Share :* Print**Learning Partner****Hours:** 21.25 hours Monday – Friday 8:45am – 1:00pm**Contract**: Fixed term until 31 August 2027**Salary**: Grade JG4, SCP 7-11 (£27,274 - £29,071)**Actual Salary**: £13,758.64 - £14,665.15 per annum**Start Date:** As soon as possibleThe RoleWe are looking for an enthusiastic Learning Partner (Teaching and Learning Support) to join our friendly team, working throughout the whole primary phase.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, parents and strong links with our Church**Our School**St Andrew’s is a church school in the village of Congresbury. We are blessed with the most wonderful grounds that are spacious and full of opportunities in which to grow and learn, with St Andrew’s Church overlooking our youngest children’s playground.The most recent Ofsted inspection, May 2025, saw the school maintain its good judgement. For SIAMS we were judged as an ‘Excellent’ church school: “meaningful relationships and partnerships enable all within the school to flourish”. Driven by our Christian vision of “growing together”, we are a highly inclusive school. We are passionate about ensuring that every child leaves our school with the skills and experiences required to lead happy and successful lives. Children at our school develop their unique character with the support and guidance of the staff, their families and our church**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:** 20 October 2026 at 9am**Interview Date:** TBC*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.*### AttachmentsGeneric Document 1JG4 Learning Support Assistant JD and Person Spec updated### Safeguarding Statement:*The Lighthouse Schools Partnership and St Andrew's CE Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in our community to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.**We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups.*