Learning Support Assistant Secondary

Bay CE School; Sandown; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Free onsite parking

Staff discounts

Cycle to work

Leisure card

Transport discounts

Job summary

Bay CE School in Sandown is seeking proactive Learning Support Assistants to join our friendly team during term time. The role is 30 hours per week, with a gross salary of £19,090‑£19,395 per annum and starts as soon as possible.

We welcome applicants who can adapt to students’ emotional and academic needs, make learning accessible, and build rapport with learners who find school challenging. Visits to the school are encouraged, with closing date Monday 2 November 2026 at 12 noon.

Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to students with SEND.
• Adapt teaching materials to individual needs.
• Create a calm and nurturing learning environment.
• Work as part of a supportive school team.

Job description

30 hours per week (Term time only)
HAY 5A-E (£19,090 - £19,395 gross actual salary per annum)
To start as soon as possible

We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and self-motivated Learning Support Assistants (LSA) to join our friendly and supportive team.

• Can you "read the room" and pivot your support based on a student's emotional or academic needs in the moment?
• Can you make the curriculum accessible and exciting?
• Are you receptive and adaptive?
• Are you able to build rapport with students who may find school challenging?
• Do you have a calm and nurturing presence?
• Do you have a genuine interest in SEND and a desire to support learning?

Whether you are an experienced Primary LSA looking for a fresh challenge or someone with a passion for supporting young learners, we want to hear from you.

Visits to the school are welcome.

Closing date: Monday 2nd November 2026 at 12 noon

We offer:

• Staff Benefits (Local Retailer Discounts, Transport Discounts (Hovertravel, Red Funnel, Wightlink)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 1Leisure One Card Scheme
• Local Government Pension Scheme membership
• Wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite parking

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We reserve the right to close this advert and/or interview early should we receive sufficient applications. Early applications are encouraged.