LSA in EYFS at Hazeldene School

Hazeldene School; Bedford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

NJC 2B salary scale

Pre-employment checks

Job summary

Hazeldene School in Bedford seeks a Learning Support Assistant to assist in our Early Years setting, supporting pupils with diverse needs and working closely with teaching staff to tailor activities for individual learners.

You will contribute to a caring, dynamic learning environment during term-time (19h20 per week) with mornings and afternoons slots, starting ASAP. Training days and ongoing professional development are included.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in an EYFS setting or with young children
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a teaching team
• Experience supporting children in an educational setting is desirable

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised support addressing academic, personal, and social needs
• Assist in delivering educational activities tailored to individual student needs
• Support teachers inside and outside the classroom to enable pupil progress

Skills

EYFS experience

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Passion for helping children

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

About this Role

Hazeldene school is a nurturing, forward-looking school where each child is cared for, challenged and inspired to reach their full potential.

Join our vibrant community, where we prioritise the holistic development of every child, fostering an environment where they are cared for, challenged, and inspired to excel.

Learning Support Assistant

Contract: Part time , Permanent

All day Tuesday (8.40am to 3.30pm), Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Mornings only ( 8.40am to 3.30pm)

19 hours and 20 minutes per week. Term time only plus training days

Salary: NJC 2B (points 3-5)

Closing date: 10am on 15th October 2026

Start: ASAP (Monday 2nd November 2026)

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children? Do you thrive in a supportive and dynamic educational environment? If so, we invite you to join our team at Hazeldene School as a Learning Support Assistant.

About Us

At Hazeldene School, we believe in nurturing the potential of every child. Located in a forward-thinking and supportive community, we prioritize the holistic development of our students, ensuring they are cared for, challenged, and inspired to excel. With a dedicated team of educators and a commitment to fostering a love for learning, Hazeldene School is an exciting place to be.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant based in our Early Years setting you will play a pivotal role in supporting the educational journey of our students (including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)). Working closely with our experienced teaching staff and the EYFS Lead, you will assist in delivering educational activities tailored to the individual needs of students, both inside and outside the classroom. Your responsibilities will encompass providing personalized support to address the academic, personal, and social needs of our pupils, ensuring their progress and well-being.

Requirements

• Experience of working in an EYFS setting and a working knowledge of the EYFS Framework
• Passion for working with children and supporting their learning and development.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and follow the guidance of teaching staff.
• Experience in supporting children, ideally within an educational setting.
• NVQ Level 3 qualification in relevant areas or equivalent is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Why Join Us?

• Join a supportive and passionate team dedicated to the success and well-being of every child.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.
• Embrace an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Be part of an exciting community offering fresh perspectives and opportunities for growth.

Our Headteacher's strong and inspiring leadership continues to drive our school forward, making this a fantastic moment to become part of our team. Together, we're creating an environment where children feel supported, encouraged and empowered to achieve their very best.

We reserve the right to close any vacancy and appoint earlier than the stated closing date should a suitable candidate apply.

Hazeldene School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as social media checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. By applying you acknowledge that such searches will be conducted as part of the shortlisting process.

Hazeldene School are committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.