Learning Support Assistant -To support an individual child

radfordprimaryacademy; Coventry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Radford Primary Academy in Coventry invites applications for a Learning Support Assistant to support an individual child. You will work under the guidance of the class teacher to implement learning programmes, help with SEN support, and ensure access to learning within the classroom and other teaching areas.

The role runs 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday during term time plus five days. The appointment involves safeguarding responsibilities and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• NVQ 3 or above.
• Evidence of having worked with children in some capacity.
• Positive interest in working with children.
• Knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of legislation.
• General understanding of the National Curriculum and core learning programmes.

Responsibilities

• Undertake care and learning programmes and activities to support individuals or groups of pupils.
• Assist with managing the classroom and supporting the teacher as required.
• Support after school provision where needed.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

NVQ 3 or above

Job description

# Learning Support Assistant -To support an individual childEmployer: Radford Primary AcademyLocation: Coventry, West MidlandsContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part TimeContract Length: 1 YearSalary: Grade 2 £19,523 - £19,830Posted: 10th September 2026Expires: 25th September 2026 11:59 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1573190Job Reference: Learning Support Assistant* Share :* PrintWe currently have an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our team supporting an individual child.**Job overview**Under the instruction/guidance of class teacher and within the overall ethos of the Academy, undertake care and learning programmes and activities to support individuals or groups of pupils, including more specific support for those with special education needs. Enable access to learning for children and assist the teacher in the management of children and the classroom. Work may be carried out in the classroom or in other teaching areas. To support after school provision.**Job requirements*** Good numeracy/literacy skills* NVQ 3 or above.* Evidence of having worked with children in some capacity* A positive interest in working with children* Knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of legislation.* General understanding of National Curriculum, the foundation stage and other basic learning programmes.* Good interpersonal and communication skills* Ability to build good working relationships with a range of colleagues**Working hours**32.5 hours per week - 8.30am to 3.30pm (Monday – Friday) - Term time only plus 5 days**Why join us?**As a Learning Support Assistant within Radford Primary Academy, you’ll be able to make a key difference to a pupil’s educational experience as a crucial part of the wider team, and will have the opportunity to develop your skillset with key training and development opportunities available.**Interview Date: Monday 28th September 2026**### AttachmentsRad LSA1-1 2026 8.30 -3.30.docx\\_compressed### Safeguarding Statement:Radford 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.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.