Learning Support Assistant

Philip Southcote School; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Wellbeing support (24/7 GP & EAP)

Free on-site parking

Training and development

Discount platform

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Marnel Junior School, part of Bourne Education Trust, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support pupils within a caring and inclusive learning environment. You will work under the direction of the teaching staff to help deliver learning activities and targeted interventions.

The role is part-time as a term-time, temporary position with 32.5 hours per week across 37 weeks, with ASAP start and a focus on safeguarding and pupil wellbeing. Training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Awareness and commitment to safeguarding of children.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching provision under the responsible Teacher.
• Facilitate learning for individual pupils and groups, promoting positive learning attitudes.
• Prepare, plan and deliver intervention programmes, adjusting to pupil needs.

Skills

Safeguarding awareness

Education

GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

CPD evidence

Job description

Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay

We are seeking a Learning Support Assistantto join our team at Marnel JuniorSchool, part of Bourne Education Trust.

About Marnel JuniorSchool

Marnel Junior Schooloffers a caring, inclusive, and ambitious learning environment where every child is encouraged to flourish. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a thriving multi-academy trustacross Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we share a collective commitment toTransforming schools... changing lives.

At Marnel Junior School, we believe that every child can succeed. Our curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity, develop independence, and instil a lifelong love of learning. We are proud of our reputation as a school that combines strong academic standards with a deep commitment to personal growth and wellbeing.

Our dedicated team ensures that every pupil feels valued, supported, and challenged to achieve their best. We foster a culture of kindness, respect, and perseverance, qualities that prepare our children not only for secondary school, but for life beyond the classroom.

At Marnel Junior School, our mission is simple: to provide an education that empowers every child to believe in themselves, take pride in their achievements, and play an active role in their community. Every decision we make begins with one question—what is best for our children?

Details

Position: Learning Support Assistant

Contract: Term time, temporary contract until 20 July 2027

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 37 weeks per year (Mon-Fri 8:30am - 3:30pm including an unpaid 30 minute break)

• Generous workplace pension through LGPS
• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Group benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking, with electric car chargers and cycle to work scheme

Key responsibilities include:

• Working as part of a team, under the direction of the responsible Teacher, support teaching provision, development and implementation of learning for pupils
• Under the guidance of the responsible Teacher, facilitate the learning of individual pupils and groups, setting high expectations and promoting positive attitudes to learning
• Prepare, plan and deliver specific intervention programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil response and need

Requirements include:

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent appropriate qualification)
• Ability to evidence effective continuous professional development

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

The closing date for this vacancy is the 2nd November 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.

Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.