Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Tendring; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

CPD opportunities

Flexible working

Blue Light Card

Well-being support

Career growth

Job summary

Kirby Primary Academy is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support the class teacher with small-group and one-to-one activities, and to deliver whole-class learning. The role focuses on accessible curriculum delivery, practical hands-on experiences, and creating an inclusive, safe environment that fosters pupil engagement.

Hours are 28.5 per week across 39 term-time weeks, with visa sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children.
• Experience of delivering whole-class learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide class support alongside the class teacher.
• Deliver structured small-group or one-to-one activities so all pupils can access the curriculum.
• Deliver whole-class learning.
• Bring learning to life with practical, hands-on experiences.
• Adapt and extend learning within a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment.
• Foster a love of learning in pupils.
• Support pupils' achievement and work towards raising standards for all.

Skills

Adapt learning

Engaging learning

Behaviour management

Organisation

Proactivity

Education

Experience with children

Whole-class learning

Job description

This Learning Support Assistant post sits in the classroom at Kirby Primary Academy, part of REAch2 Academy Trust, working alongside the class teacher. The core of the work is providing learning for all pupils, through structured small-group or one-to-one activities and whole-class sessions. Hours are 28.5 a week across 39 term-time weeks, so the post follows the school year. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the start is needed as soon as possible.

What the job involves

• Provide class support alongside the class teacher
• Deliver structured small-group or one-to-one activities so all pupils can access the curriculum
• Deliver whole-class learning
• Bring learning to life with practical, hands-on experiences
• Adapt and extend learning within a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
• Foster a love of learning in pupils
• Support pupils' achievement and work towards raising standards for all

What’s required

Experience

• Experience of working with children
• Experience of delivering whole-class learning

Skills & knowledge

• Ability to adapt and extend learning in a safe, inclusive setting
• Ability to make learning practical and engaging
• Good behaviour management
• High levels of organisation, proactivity and positivity
• High expectations of pupils

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check, including Children's Barred List check where the role is regulated activity

Other

• Highly motivated, with passion for pupil outcomes
• Commitment to raising standards and achieving excellence for all
• Committed member of the school team
• Can-do attitude and willingness to go the extra mile

What’s offered

• Generous annual leave
• Professional development and CPD opportunities
• Flexible working, including part-time, term-time and home working requests considered individually
• Blue Light Card offers and employee perks
• Well-being and employee assistance support for staff and their families
• Career growth opportunities