Learning Support Assistant - KS1

Teaching Vacancies; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Wellbeing services

Free car parking

Cycle-to-work

Catering & refreshments

Counselling services

Job summary

Layton Primary School is seeking a candidate with Level 2 NVQ and Level 2 certificate in supporting teaching and learning to join their team in Lancashire. The role requires at least 6 months experience with children and a solid understanding of child protection and health and safety policies. First Aid is desirable.

The school offers a collaborative environment, bespoke CPD, and wellbeing support for staff, with interviews commencing after the closing date.

Qualifications

• Level 2 NVQ and Level 2 certificate in supporting teaching and learning on the Qualification and Credit Framework.
• Five GCSEs, including Maths and English.
• Have at least 6 months experience of working with children in an educational setting.
• Knowledge and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to child protection and health and safety.

Skills

Experience with children

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 2 NVQ in supporting teaching and learning

Five GCSEs including Maths and English

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Level 2 NVQ and Level 2 certificate in supporting teaching and learning on the Qualification and Credit Framework
• Five GCSEs , including Maths and English
• Have at least 6 months experience of working with children in an educational setting
• Knowledge and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to child protection and health and safety
• First Aid Qualification (Desirable but not essential)

What the school offers its staff

• An environment where you can be challenged to improve every day in a collaborative working environment
• Bespoke CPD; a sincere desire to develop each and every individual
• Inspirational and outstanding colleagues
• Access to wellbeing and counselling/GP/legal services for you and your family
• Free car parking; cycle-to-work scheme
• Subsidised catering and free refreshments

Further details about the role

Shortlisting will take place following the closing date and successful candidates will be contacted by email and will be invited to interview week commencing 16th November 2026.

Please be advised that Layton Primary School does not inform candidates when they have not been shortlisted. Therefore, if you have not been contacted within five days of the shortlisting date, you should assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.

Commitment to safeguarding

Layton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to satisfactory two year reference history, a dbs check, medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996. In line with KCSIE 2026, online searches (e.g., social media) may be completed for shortlisted candidates. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.