Learning Support Assistant

Parklands Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated support to children in a primary education setting. The role involves working 30 hours per week, with a starting salary between £16,495 and £16,793. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about education, have SEND experience, and be willing to undergo training. The school offers professional development opportunities in a supportive environment, aiming for the highest educational standards for its students.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Friendly and positive staff team

Dynamic and engaging curriculum

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about Primary education.
• Previous experience in SEND is required.
• Dedicated to meeting the personal needs of a child.

Responsibilities

• Support children in their learning and development.
• Work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Enthusiastic about Primary education

Passionate about developing the whole child

Flexible, motivated and energetic

Keen to work as part of a team

Willing to train in first aid

Previous SEND experience

Job description

Learning Support Assistant at Parklands Primary School

New

• Job Reference: EDV/2025/PPS/54502
• Location: Spinney Hill Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN3 6DW
• Contract Type: Fixed Term
• Contract Term: Full-Time
• Salary: £24,414.00 - £24,796.00 Annually (FTE)
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, 9th Jan 2026
• Start Date: ASAP
• Positions Available: 1

About this Role

This role is for 30 hours per week

Actual starting salary of £16,495 - £16,793

The successful applicant should be:

• Enthusiastic about Primary education
• Passionate about developing the whole child
• Flexible, motivated and energetic
• Keen to work as part of a team
• Eager to participate in professional development opportunities and keen to learn
• Dedicated to meeting the personal needs of a child
• Committed to upholding safeguarding polices
• Willing to train in first aid
• Have previous SEND experience

We can offer:

• A friendly, positive and dynamic staff team
• Professional development opportunities and regular training from our Senior Leaders
• Positive and hardworking children
• A school with a passion for delivering the highest educational standard
• An exciting, engaging curriculum enjoyed by both the children and adults who deliver it

Preston Hedges Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. All appointments are subject to successful Disclosure and Barring clearance and any other necessary safeguarding checks, satisfactory references and medical clearance. Please be advised that as per KCSIE 2025 all shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks.

Our Trust Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be viewed by the Trust. Please ensure you review all safeguarding documentation as part of the application process.

Please also be advised we will take up references prior to interview and that one referee must be your last employer. The school provides equal opportunities to all. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity.

We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.

Related Documents

• LSA JD.pdf
• LSA Person Spec.pdf

Contact Details

Kate Clark

01604 491769

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