Learning Support Assistant - Copthorne CE Junior School

West Sussex County Council; Copthorne; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority is looking for a Learning Support Assistant at Copthorne CE Junior School. The role involves supporting children's learning in a term-time position with flexible hours available. Candidates should have good literacy and numeracy skills, and previous experience with children is desirable. The position is temporary until August 2026 with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Good literacy and numeracy skills essential.
• Previous experience with children desirable.
• Current First Aid qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support progress of pupils under teacher direction.
• Attend relevant meetings and training activities.
• Maintain accurate records and support the school ethos.

Skills

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Collaborative work

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Job description

Overview

The support of a hard working team including friendly staff, parents and governors visits to the school are highly recommended and welcomed. Please contact the SBM, Mrs Sonsoles Garcia de Movellan. Applications to be sent to.

Job Details

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant. Ideally, we are looking for Monday to Friday, up to 30 hours per week, term time only. Hours to be 8.45am - 3.15pm (with half an hour unpaid lunch break) starting as soon as possible. However, we are able to consider more flexible working patterns which might include, but not limited to, less working days, less hours or a combination of both. This is a temporary role until 31st August 2026 with a definite view to extending beyond this date.

Salary Grade WSCC Grade 3, Scale Points 3-4 (£24,027 - £24,404) pro rata for hours worked and term time only. Based on this, the estimated annual salary is in the region of £15,500 for a 30 hours per week role.

Role and Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be required to work under the direct instruction of class teachers and the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator to support progress of pupils of all academic abilities including those with special needs. Knowledge of the Key Stage 1 curriculum would also be beneficial but not essential as training will be given. The successful applicant will be required to attend any relevant meetings and participate in training and other learning activities and performance development.

Closing Date / Interviews

Closing date for applications is 9am Monday 13th October 2025. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 15th October 2025.

What You Need to Succeed

Qualifications/Experience

• Essential: Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Desirable: Previous experience of working with children
• Desirable: Relevant transferable skills
• Current First Aid qualification
• Health and Safety knowledge

Skills and Abilities

• Essential: Work collaboratively and cooperate within a team
• Support children's learning individually and in small groups
• Liaise and communicate effectively with children and staff
• Maintain appropriate level of confidentiality
• Support the school ethos
• Good organisational skills
• Keep accurate and up to date records
• Use and maintain teaching resources

Desirable

• Explain in alternative/creative ways
• Monitor, record and make basic assessments about individual progress
• Assist teacher in creating a positive working environment
• Display work effectively
• Liaise and communicate effectively with parents

Personal Qualities

• Essential: Flexible working approach
• Ability to use own initiative
• Enthusiasm
• Patient calm caring attitude
• Empathy
• Respond intuitively to needs

Further Information

Copthorne CE Junior School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below. Complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description). Once complete please return this to the school. If you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01342 712372.

NOTE TO CANDIDATES: Please do not select the \'Apply online\' button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site. The reference number for this role is SCHO01051.