Learning Support Assistant

Pawlett Primary School; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Shield

Local Authority Pension

CPD opportunities

Family-friendly leave

Sick pay

Supportive school community

Job summary

Pawlett Primary School is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our forward-thinking team. This fixed-term role supports pupils to engage confidently in learning, helping with planned lessons, resources, and recording progress in partnership with teachers, parents and carers.

Hours are 18.75 per week during term time with INSET days, and the role offers term-time pay, a supportive school community and access to professional development under Pathway Trust’s values-driven ethos.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with individual needs and additional needs.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and adapt to changing needs.
• Capable of delivering pre-planned lessons to small groups.
• Builds positive relationships with students, staff and families.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom support for pupils, planned and supervised by teachers.
• Support colleagues with resource preparation, display and pupil care needs.
• Keep records of work to provide feedback and general support.
• Accurately record student progress and liaise with parents and carers.

Skills

Pupil support experience

Communication skills

Professionalism

Education

GCSE Maths and English (4+) or Level 2 equivalent

Job description

Job title: Learning Support Assistant

Contract type: Fixed term until 31/08/2027

Hours: 18.75 per week

Working days: Monday - Friday

Working weeks: Term time + 2 INSET days

Salary: PATH 4 £26,847 FTE, £11,522 prorated

About the role

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our forward thinking, dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity within our team, with the aim of supporting our students by enabling them to engage confidently and independently in their learning.

Main duties and responsibilities include:

• Deliver classroom support for pupils, planned and supervised by teachers.
• Support colleagues by assisting with resource preparation, display and care and support of pupils including health care.
• Keep records of work in order to provide feedback and general support.
• Accurately record student records and liaise with colleagues, parents, carers and third parties when necessary.

About you

You’re someone who brings warmth, initiative and a deep commitment to inclusive education. You understand that every student is unique and you’re ready to support them in reaching their full potential-academically, socially and emotionally.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting pupils with individual needs, particularly those with additional needs
• Can work independently, take initiative, and adapt to changing needs
• Is confident delivering pre-planned lessons to small groups
• Builds strong, positive relationships with students, staff, and families
• Is a role model for professionalism, positivity, and care
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Has a good general education (GCSE grade 4 or above in Maths and English or Level 2 equivalent)

About us

Pawlett Primary School is a village school with over two centuries of history and a vibrant, forward-thinking ethos. Our motto is "Learning Together, Growing Together."

We offer a supportive, highly nurturing environment for children aged 4-11. With expansive grounds, an on-site Forest School and a strong commitment to reading, oracy, and outdoor learning, we inspire our pupils to grow in confidence every single day. Rated positively for our respectful, considerate and engaged culture, Pawlett is a place where staff and pupils alike can flourish.

We can offer you:

• Happy, engaging students who thrive on inspirational leadership
• A supportive trust and school community
• Strong collaboration across the trust family of schools and access to a centralised team of specialists across all areas of school operations
• A commitment to high-quality CPD, with dedicated time and budget for your development
• A values-driven ethos where diversity, equity and inclusion are lived every day
• Recognition of continuous service (modification order) to protect employment rights and entitlements
• Access to Health Shield, a fully funded healthcare scheme
• Local Authority Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions and death-in-service cover
• Occupational sick pay to support you during illness or unexpected emergencies
• Family-friendly leave packages to help maintain a healthy work-life balance

Join us in Providing a Great Education for Every Child

Pathway Trust is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for our pupils.