Learning Support Assistant

Meadow Primary School; Epsom; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary school in Surrey is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide effective support and care to pupils. The role involves assisting teachers and promoting inclusive education. Applicants should have GCSE English and Maths, and a passion for safeguarding children's welfare. This part-time position offers 32.5 hours per week and follows the Surrey Pay Scale offering competitive remuneration.

Benefits

Generous workplace pension

Well-being support

Ongoing training opportunities

Access to savings on everyday spending

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate commitment to protecting children.
• Relevant experience of working with children in an education setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching provision and implement learning for pupils.
• Facilitate learning for individuals and groups under guidance.
• Prepare and deliver specific intervention programs.

Skills

Awareness and commitment to safeguarding

Effective communication

Continuous professional development

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our team at Meadow Primary School, part of Bourne Education Trust.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be responsible for providing highly effective, targeted provision and care to pupils, in support of and under the guidance of Teachers and Senior Leaders, in order to raise standards of achievement for pupils to become independent learners. Ensuring the effective support of pupil welfare and the inclusion of all pupils in all aspects of school life in line with school and Trust policies, promoting the ethos and the values of the school and Bourne Education Trust.

About Meadow Primary School

Meadow Primary School is a three-form entry primary school with a nursery in Surrey. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty‑four schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to "Transforming schools...changing lives."

At our school, you will find a welcoming and purposeful environment centred on our core purpose and vision : for our children to leave Meadow Primary School as confident, resourceful and respectful individuals who are ready to transition into a successful life at secondary school and beyond. This is a place where everyone is challenged to perform at their best and where there is a commitment to nurturing and growing happy, successful, intellectually curious and determined children and young people with a strong sense of moral and cultural values.

Our curriculum has been designed to meet the needs of our children and focuses on engaging all through Discovery Days and learning sequences that build skills and knowledge so that all children aspire and achieve the best possible outcomes. Our learning environment promotes active learning where children are encouraged to ask questions and become independent learners. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum where PE and the arts are a pivotal element to every week. We are fortunate to be set in extensive grounds and our swimming pool is used 50% of the year.

Details

Position : Learning Support Assistant

Contract : Part time, fixed‑term contract until August 2026

Hours : 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (Mon ‑ Fri 8:30 am‑3:30 pm)

Start Date : ASAP

Salary : Surrey Pay Scale 3 (£23,576 FTE, actual salary £17,371)

Benefits

• Generous workplace pension through LGPS (Employer contribution 18.9%)
• Condensed school year with a 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 everyday spending (groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays) through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work‑life balance, and family‑friendly policies and processes
• Free on‑site parking and cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

Key Responsibilities

• 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

Essential

• 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
• Ability to evidence effective communication with a wide audience / range of stakeholders

Desirable

• Relevant experience of working with children in an education setting

Our Culture

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

How to Apply

Please click 'Apply' to submit your application. This will be passed onto the school for review. Should the school be interested in proceeding with your application, due to safer recruitment practices you will be required to complete our online application form on our careers website.

The closing date for this role is the 13th June 2025. Prompt applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close this vacancy if sufficient applications have been received.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows rigorous safer recruitment 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.

Safeguarding Statement

Meadow Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to an enhanced DBS.

We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.