Learning Support Assistant

Suffolk County Council; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Corton Primary School and Nursery in Lowestoft is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our Early Years team. The post offers flexible hours with 22.5 hours per week and 38 weeks per year, supporting pupils with diverse needs.

The successful applicant will have a Level 3 Childcare qualification or above, experience with children including those with additional needs, and a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Childcare Qualification or above is required.
• Experience working with children including those with additional needs.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.

Responsibilities

• Remain calm and flexible to meet the needs of different children.
• Treat children as individuals, enabling achievement for all.
• Be committed to high‑quality teaching.
• Be ready to learn as part of a team and be challenged to become the best you can be.
• Share expertise and drive for school‑wide improvement.
• Ensure the early years is a safe environment for children, staff and others.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Team player

Commitment to high‑quality teaching

Flexible learner

Education

Level 3 Childcare Qualification or above (DFE Level 3)

Job description

• Corton Primary School and Nursery
• Address:The Street, Corton, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR32 5HW
• Salary:£26,428 pro rata
• Hours:Part time, Full time available, 22.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
• Contract:Fixed term, required as soon as possible
• Reference:5444

Corton Primary Schooland Nursery are seeking a Learning Support Assistant (LSA).

Do you enjoy working with children? Are you an outstanding practitioner?

If so, we are looking for a passionate, professional, and dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA)to join our Early Years team.

You will have:

• a Level 3 Childcare Qualification or above from the approved DFE list of Level 3s plus
• experience of working with children including children with additional needs
• knowledge and experience of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.

You will be:

• able to remain calm and flexible to meet the needs of the different children
• a person who will treat children as individuals, enabling achievement for all
• an individual who is committed to and passionate about high-quality teaching
• ready to learn as part of a team and be challenged to become the best that you can be
• ready to share expertise and drive for school-wide improvement
• committed to ensuring early years is a safe environment for children, staff, and others.

We will offer you:

• the opportunity to be part of a dedicated and hard-working team
• the chance to work in a one form entry school with strong community links
• regular opportunities for professional development training
• happy, passionate, and enthusiastic pupils and staff
• proactive parents and families which support the school
• the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of pupils.

Please contact Esme Richardson, Headteacher by calling 01502 730596 or emailing: [e-mail]

Closing date: 12 pm, 2 October 2026.

Interview date: 7 October 2026.

This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and Child Barred List check will be required for all posts, including right to work in the UK and satisfactory written references.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS clearance with Child Barred List check will be required for all posts, including right to work in the UK.