Learning Support Assistant Level 1

North East Combined Authority; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotspur Primary School in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an exceptional Learning Support Assistant to join the team. The role focuses on supporting children's learning through structured programmes and close collaboration within a supportive school community.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for helping children develop confidence, high personal expectations, and strong organisational skills to prioritise tasks effectively.

Qualifications

• Passionate about making a transformational difference to the lives of young children.
• Highest expectation of themselves and all children.
• Able to use carefully structured programmes and guidelines systematically.
• Highly organised and able to prioritise.
• Enjoys working collaboratively.

Skills

Team player

Organised

Collaborative

Motivated

Job description

Hotspur Primary School
Mowbray Street
Heaton
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE6 5PA
Fixed term until 31st August 2027

Hotspur is a vibrant two-form entry primary school in Heaton that serves a richly diverse community. We are passionate about enabling children to become rounded, confident and happy individuals.

As a school we aim to provide a rich and varied curriculum that:

• develops a love of learning
• ensures high standards in English and Maths
• is balanced between tightly structured and creative learning
• helps children to discover what they are good at and what they enjoy doing
• nurtures inquisitive minds that are open to new ideas
• promotes equality and diversity.

We are looking to appoint an exceptional Learning Support Assistant to join our team who is:

• passionate about making a transformational difference to the lives of young children
• has the highest expectation of themselves and all children
• able to use carefully structured programmes and guidelines systematically
• highly organised and able to prioritise
• enjoys working collaboratively.

If candidates would like to visit school, please contact the school office to make an appointment.

Previous applicants need not apply.