Learning Support Assistant

The Holt School; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

The Holt School in Wokingham, United Kingdom, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for 22 hours per week, term-time only, 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, starting September 2026. The role involves supporting students with learning difficulties in mainstream classes and on a 1:1 basis to help them reach their full potential.

Applicants should have GCSEs including maths, English and science and be a good team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Further training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Good standard of education including GCSEs in maths, English and science (grade C/4 or equivalent).
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team with excellent communication.
• Willingness to undertake further training.

Responsibilities

• Support students with learning difficulties in mainstream classes and on a 1:1 basis to help them reach their potential.
• Assist classroom staff as required and contribute to safeguarding.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

GCSE Maths English Science (C/4)

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Required: September 2026

22 hours per week

Hours of work: 4 days per week, Term time only 9:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Rate of pay: Grade 3 SCP 5-6

£13.26 per hour £25,584FTE

(actual salary £12,693pa)

A Learning Support Assistant is required to support students with a range of learning difficulties in mainstream classes and on a 1:1 basis in order that they achieve their full potential.

You will have a good standard of education including grade C/4 GCSE or equivalent maths, English and science. You will be a good team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Further training will be provided.

This post would offer a great opportunity for a graduate planning to apply for teaching in the future.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Closing date: Midnight, 7th September 2026