Learning Support Assistant NEW

Eteach International; Burnham-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

CPD opportunities

Family-friendly leave

Job summary

Pathway Trust is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join the SEND team at St Andrew's CofE VC Junior School in Burnham-on-Sea. You will support pupils with planned, supervised activities and help them engage confidently in lessons.

The role involves resource preparation, record-keeping and close collaboration with teachers, families and carers. We value warmth, initiative and commitment to inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with individual needs, particularly SEN.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and adapt to changing needs.
• Strong communication skills with students, families and staff.
• GCSE Maths and English (or Level 2 equivalent) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to pupils under teacher supervision.
• Assist with resource preparation, display creation and pupil care.
• Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and liaise with parents and staff.
• Support safeguarding procedures and promote welfare of children and young people.

Skills

Experience supporting pupils with SEN

Initiative and independence

Clear communication

GCSE Maths and English 4+

Education

GCSE Maths & English (4+) or Level 2

Job description

* Learning Support AssistantNEWFast Apply# Learning Support AssistantEmployerLocation: Burnham-on-Sea, SomersetContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part TimeContract Length: Fixed term until 31/08/2027Salary: PATH 4 £26,429 FTE, £16,635 proratedPosted: 2nd October 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 5th October 2026 11:00 AMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1577588Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type:Fixed term contract* Contract Length: Fixed term until 31/08/2027* Job ID: 1577588* Share :**Job title:** Learning Support Assistant**Contract type:** Fixed term until 31/08/2027**Hours:** 27.5 hours per week**Working pattern:** Monday to Friday 8.45 until 3.15pm**Working weeks:** Term time only**Salary:** PATH 4 £26,429 FTE, £16,635 prorated**About the role**We are looking for Learning Support Assistants to join our forward thinking, dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity within our SEND team, with the aim of supporting our students by enabling them to engage confidently and independently in their learning.**Main duties and responsibilities include:*** Deliver classroom support for pupils, planned and supervised by teachers.* Support colleagues by assisting with resource preparation, display and care and support of pupils including health care.* Keep records of work in order to provide feedback and general support.* Accurately record student records and liaise with colleagues, parents, carers and third parties when necessary.**About you**You're someone who brings warmth, initiative and a deep commitment to inclusive education. You understand that every student is unique and you're ready to support them in reaching their full potential - academically, socially and emotionally.**We're looking for someone who:*** Has experience supporting pupils with individual needs, particularly those with SEN needs* Can work independently, take initiative, and adapt to changing needs* Is confident delivering pre-planned lessons to small groups* Builds strong, positive relationships with students, staff, and families* Is a role model for professionalism, positivity, and care* Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing* Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people* Has a good general education (GCSE grade 4 or above in Maths and English or Level 2 equivalent)* Ideally is First Aid trained, but this is not compulsoryAt St Andrew's, we are proud to offer an inclusive, caring and vibrant environment where every child can thrive. Our school combines strong values with a rich curriculum designed to inspire curiosity and spark ambition.We believe learning should be both challenging and fun! Our dedicated team works hand-in-hand with families to foster respect, kindness and essential life skills, giving our pupils the confidence to explore their potential and shine brightly.**We can offer you:*** A supportive trust and school community* Strong collaboration across the trust family of schools and access to a centralised team of specialists across all areas of school operations* A commitment to high-quality CPD, with dedicated time and budget for your development* A values-driven ethos where diversity, equity and inclusion are lived every day* Recognition of continuous service (modification order) to protect employment rights and entitlements* Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions and death-in-service cover* Occupational sick pay to support you during illness or unexpected emergencies* Family-friendly leave packages to help maintain a healthy work-life balanceIn order to apply for this role please fully complete an application form via Eteach by 11am, 5th October. Interviews are expected to take place on 7th October. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the process.Further details and additional information about our trust may be viewed on our website.Please know that depending on the number of applications received we may decide to close the advert early. If you do not hear from us by a week after the closing date then please assume that you have not been shortlisted for an interview. If you have previously applied for this role there is no requirement to apply again, all applications will be reviewed. We wish you all the best in your future and ask that you join our E-Teach Talent Pool so as to keep up to date with all of our latest current opportunities.Join us in Providing a Great Education for Every ChildPathway Trust is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for our students.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Pathway Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles across the trust have a varying level of responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice, with some roles holding significant responsibility and involving working with children on a daily basis in regulated activity. Regardless of the level of responsibility and involvement in each role, we expect all staff, visiting professionals and volunteers to share this commitment.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful candidates will be required to provide a disclosure of any unspent convictions and cautions, as well as any spent convictions or cautions that are not \"protected\" (i.e., filtered) under the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). All appointments are subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (including a Children's Barred List check), satisfactory references, medical fitness, Right to Work in the UK, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching/management check. In line with KCSIE guidance, we will also conduct online searches on all shortlisted candidates.Our full Recruitment and Selection policy is available on our website.### St Andrew's CofE VC Junior SchoolPart of### Pathway Trust