Learning Support Assistant

Unity Schools Partnership; Norwich; Presencial; GBP 20.000 - 21.000; Jornada completa

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Training and development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Descripción de la vacante

Unity Schools Partnership is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for Heartsease Primary Academy in Norwich. You will support pupils across Key Stage 2 with learning, wellbeing and development, working with teachers, families and colleagues to promote inclusive practices.

Join a校 with investment in excellence, offering professional development and clear progression. 35 hours per week during 38 weeks per year, term-time, with a salary on the NJC Scale 2 SP 3-4 (£20,259 - £20,577).

Formación

• Has a positive and nurturing approach to supporting children.
• Builds strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Demonstrates initiative, resilience and a commitment to inclusion.
• Shares our vision for ensuring every child can dream, believe, belong and achieve.
• Is flexible and willing to provide support across the wider school when required.

Responsabilidades

• Support pupils' learning, wellbeing and personal development to help each child reach potential.
• Work mainly across Key Stage 2 providing classroom support and adapting learning as needed.
• Promote positive engagement and report to SENCO/leadership on pupil progress and inclusion.

Descripción del empleo

Learning Support Assistant

Heartsease Primary Academy

Salary: NJC Scale 2 SP 3-4. (£20,259 - £20.577)

Job start: As soon as possible

Job term: Term Time

Hours per week / weeks per year: 35 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

Join Heartsease Primary Academy at a time of significant investment in excellence. We are looking for a colleague who shares our ambition, puts children first and lives our values of integrity, inclusion and kindness.

As Learning Support Assistant, you will support pupils' learning, wellbeing and personal development to help every child achieve their full potential and thrive both academically and personally. You will work primarily across Key Stage 2, providing high-quality classroom support, adapting learning where needed, promoting positive engagement, and contributing to pupils' progress and inclusion, working with teachers, pupils, families and colleagues across the school and reporting to the SENCO and/or designated member of the leadership team.

Belonging at work matters here. Your contribution is relied upon every day, and small actions make a real difference to pupils and colleagues. We are looking for someone who:

• Has a positive and nurturing approach to supporting children.
• Builds strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Demonstrates initiative, resilience and a commitment to inclusion.
• Shares our vision for ensuring every child can dream, believe, belong and achieve.
• Is flexible and willing to provide support across the wider school when required.

In return, we offer:

• A role that makes a positive difference to pupils' lives.
• A welcoming and supportive team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Training, apprenticeships (Levels 3-6) and clear development pathways across the Trust.
• Wellbeing support and a Trust-wide professional development and wellbeing day.
• A comprehensive benefits package.

Closing Date: 20th November 2026*

Interview Date: TBC

*For internal candidates this vacancy will close on 13th November 2026,

We would encourage applicants to arrange a visit to the school. To arrange a visit, please contact Olivia Gillard at [e-mail] or on 01603 307820.

Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.

Closing Date

2026-11-13