Learning Support Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Camberley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution in Camberley is seeking a Learning Support Assistant. This full-time role focuses on supporting teachers and ensuring a safe, stimulating environment for children. The ideal candidate will be patient, caring, and have experience in supporting children with additional needs. The position offers a competitive salary, employee benefits, and opportunities for training and progression. Join us to make a positive impact in the lives of children.

Benefits

Competitive salary & pension scheme

Discounted wraparound care

Access to employee benefits

Opportunities for training and progression

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• Ability to motivate children to achieve their best.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in educating and caring for children.
• Maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Encourage all children to participate in learning activities.

Skills

Patience

Caring

Enthusiasm

Job description

The Grove Primary Academy

Learning Support Assistant

Full Time 32.5 hours / Permanent contract / Term time Including INSET days

Salary: £22,920 - £26,014 FTE (actual salary £17,641 - £20,022 pro rata per annum)

Are you flexible, patient, caring and confident with children?

We are looking to recruit a Learning Support Assistant to work alongside the teachers and other support staff in our Academy.

Key Roles and responsibilities:

• To support teachers in providing for the education and welfare of all children in the academy, taking account of their needs
• Maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment
• Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all children in learning and extracurricular activities
• Show professionalism by having proper regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the academy
• Consistently demonstrate the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other colleagues

The Ideal candidate will:

• Be kind, caring and patient
• Have some experience in supporting children who have additional needs
• Be enthusiastic and have a genuine passion for motivating children to be their best

We Offer:

• Competitive salary & pension scheme
• Discounted Wrap around care, at relevant academies, if your child is a Kite Academy Pupil (Linked to contractual hours)
• A dedicated, friendly staff team, as well as Happy, motivated children
• An incredible range of employee benefits (including access to Perkbox)
• Opportunities for Training and Progression

For more information or to apply please visit the Kite Academy Trust careers page. Closing date for applications: Friday 9th January 2026, 12pm

Interviews to be held: w/c 12th January 2026

Early applications are recommended as suitable applicants may be interviewed sooner according to availability and the post filled prior to this date.

The Kite Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We actively support the Government's Prevent Agenda to counter radicalism and extremism. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, successful applicants are subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, satisfactory employment references and online searches. We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, including our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy.

We are an equal opportunities employer who value diversity and inclusion. Guided by our values—positivity, respect, integrity, resilience, and aspiration—we are committed to creating a fair and supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us and help make a difference in the communities we serve.