Learning Support Assistant

Philip Southcote School; Ewell; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension through LGPS

Condensed school year

Training and development

Well-being support (24/7 GP access & E

Discount platform access

Free on-site parking

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

West Ewell Primary School and Nursery in Ewell, Epsom, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our caring, inclusive team. You will support teaching provision and learning for pupils under the direction of the class teacher, with a focus on safeguarding and inclusion.

The role is term-time, permanent, 32.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri 8.30am-3.30pm, 37 weeks per year). GCSE English and Maths are required, with ongoing training and development provided by Bourne Education Trust.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Awareness of safeguarding of children

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team under the direction of the class teacher to support learning for pupils
• Support individual pupils and groups, promoting positive attitudes to learning
• Prepare and deliver intervention activities, adapting to pupil needs

Skills

Teamwork

Pupil support

Intervention planning

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

We are seeking a Learning Support Assistantto join our team at West Ewell Primary School and Nursery, part of Bourne Education Trust.

Benefits: Generous pension, condensed school year, 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

About West Ewell Primary School and Nursery

West Ewell Primary School and Nursery is a caring and inclusive community school in West Ewell, Epsom. We pride ourselves on exceptional teaching standards and fostering ambition, self-belief, and a love of learning in our pupils.

Located in a vibrant area with extensive grounds, including a newly refurbished library, the school offers engaging learning experiences. It features a specialist centre for Communication and Interaction Needs (COIN) and a nursery for young children.

The school prioritises staff and pupil wellbeing, having achieved the Schools Mental Health Silver Award. 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 collaborate with other schools to enhance educational offerings.

Dedicated and forward-thinking staff are committed to professional development and supporting each child to reach their full potential. The values of respect, resilience, resourcefulness, reflection, and responsibility underpin the curriculum and school life.

Details

Contract: Term time, Permanent

Hours: 32.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri 8.30am - 3.30pm including 30-minute
unpaid break), 37 weeks per year

• 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 and flu vaccinations
• 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 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 needs.

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 6th 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.

  For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: LSA/1026.