Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Hotwells Primary School; West of England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Hotwells Primary School is inviting applications for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA). The role involves 1:1 and small-group support for pupils, particularly those with SEND, and assisting teachers with planning, recording, and resource preparation.

The post requires a reflective practitioner with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach, contributing to safeguarding and the school's inclusive ethos. Term-time-only with fixed-term until August 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with primary-aged children, ideally supporting pupils with SEND.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic school team.
• Reflective practitioner committed to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND, working alongside teaching staff to deliver learning activities.
• Assist teachers in the plan, do, review cycle, including record keeping and resource preparation.
• Help implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policies and record incidents on CPOMs.
• Monitor pupil progress, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to EHCPs and SEND Support Plans.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people at all times.

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Location: Hotwells Primary School

Working Pattern: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8.30am – 3.30pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break) | Term Time Only (45.6 paid weeks)

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st August 2026

Salary: FTE £27,274 per annum (Actual pro-rata salary approx. £20,957 per annum)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Applications are invited from charismatic, enthusiastic, and suitably qualified Learning Support Assistants for this exciting and rewarding post.

Hotwells Primary School is a vibrant, creative, and community-focused school—small in size but bursting with warmth, curiosity, and imagination. We are proud of our ambitious curriculum, our strengths in the Arts, and our rich local and global community of children and families.

Amplify Education is a multi-academy trust of 22 schools across Bristol, South Gloucestershire, and North Somerset. We build belief in every young person, expand opportunities, nurture potential, and strengthen citizenship.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND, working alongside teaching staff to deliver learning activities.
• Assist teachers in the plan, do, review cycle, including record keeping and resource preparation.
• Help implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policies and record incidents on CPOMs.
• Monitor pupil progress, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to EHCPs and SEND Support Plans.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people at all times.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience working with primary-aged children, ideally supporting pupils with SEND. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic school team.
• A reflective practitioner committed to ongoing professional development.
• A positive attitude, resourcefulness, and a sense of humor.

Key Recruitment Dates & Details

• Application Deadline: Friday, 2nd October 2026 at 9:00am
• Interviews: Wednesday, 7th October 2026
• School Visits & Inquiries: Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office.

Please note that all posts at the School are subject to initial and periodic checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service as the school takes every measure possible to ensure the safeguarding of its students.

Safeguarding Statement:

Hotwells Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Visits to the school are encouraged.