Learning Support Assistant

Eteach International; Tadworth; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Support Service for health &

Job summary

Kingswood Primary School in Tadworth is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support two named children with additional learning needs. The role requires energy, patience and a commitment to inclusion, working closely with teachers and other TAs to support learning and safety.

The position is a permanent, full-time term-time role, with a pro rata starting salary of £18,053 and generous Local Government Pension Scheme benefits. Applications welcome from committed individuals.

Qualifications

• good level of general educational qualifications
• interest in special educational needs
• understanding of learning and ability to contribute to assessment and planning
• high expectations, together with caring attitude and flexibility
• know how to provide the children with a safe and secure environment

Responsibilities

• work one to one with two named children with additional learning needs
• contribute to assessment and planning
• work effectively within a committed team of TAs and Teachers
• support safeguarding and promote inclusion and equality of opportunity

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Team player

Flexibility

Inclusion

Caring attitude

Education

General qualifications

Job description

# Learning Support AssistantEmployer: Kingswood Primary SchoolLocation: Tadworth, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: £25,133.00 - £26,321.00 Annually (FTE) PR £18,053Posted: 29th September 2026Expires: 12th October 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: To Be ConfirmedJob ID: 1576636Job Reference: Eteach/LSA July 2022* Share :* PrintKingswood Primary School is looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to work one to one with two named children with additional learning needs.We are committed to all our children achieving their full potential across the expanding range of opportunities we offer them. We would like to recruit an individual who will contribute to this ethos and will be proactive in moving our school forward.The successful candidate will:* have a good level of general educational qualifications* have an interest in special educational needs* have an understanding of learning and be able to contribute to assessment and planning* have high expectations, together with caring attitude and flexibility* know how to provide the children with a safe and secure environmentIn addition you will:* have lots of energy and patience* demonstrate good communication skills* have a positive, hardworking attitude* be able to work effectively within a committed team of TAs and Teachers* be committed to inclusion and equality of opportunityIn return, we can offer:* an enthusiastic, dedicated and friendly staff team* positive and supportive parents* opportunities for professional growth* membership of a generous Local Government Pension Scheme* access to an Employee Support Service providing access to a wide range of health and wellbeing support initiativesInterested candidates are warmly invited to contact the Kingswood Primary School Headteacher if you would like to discuss the role in more depth.This is a full time term time role working Monday to Friday from 8.40am to 3:20pm, 30.85 hours per week over 38 weeks per annum. The pro rata starting salary is £18,053 (£25,133 FTE). Please be advised applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is appointed.Kingswood Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants are required to declare all convictions and cautions, even those that are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules, to assess suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to disclose information relevant to safeguarding prior to interview.We value diversity and believe that different perspectives make us stronger. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in our sector. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.