only) Learning Support Assistants

Good Shepherd Trust; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work

Lifestyle savings program

Professional development and training

Staff welfare support

Job summary

Ashley Church of England Primary School, part of The Good Shepherd Trust, is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant for term-time only, 30 hours per week. The role involves supporting learning in class and during breaks, with emphasis on students who may have ASD, ADD/ADHD or dyslexia.

Applicants should be reliable team players with good interpersonal skills and the ability to use initiative. The school welcomes applicants who align with its Christian ethos, though they need not be

Qualifications

• Experience in working with young children.
• Experience working with ASD/ADHD/dyslexia in a school setting is desirable but not essential.
• Able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills and act as an effective team member.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning in the classroom and at break times.
• Be an effective team member and use your own initiative.
• Support the Christian ethos of the school while working with pupils.

Skills

Caring

Nurturing

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Initiative

Job description

Learning Support Assistant at Ashley Church of England Primary School

22 Days Remaining

22 Days Remaining

Job Reference #
EDV/2026/ACEPS/49513

Location
Ashley Road, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HX

Contract Type
Permanent

Contract Term
Part-Time

Salary
£17,409.30 Annually (Actual)
Actual salary for 30 hours per week/ Term time only FTE £24,644

Hours Per Week
30

Weeks Per Year
38.6

Closing Date
Midday, Fri 2nd Oct, 2026

Start Date
ASAP

Positions Available
2

Interview Date(s)
To be confirmed

About this Role

We are looking for caring, nurturing (term time only) Learning Support Assistants who are committed to supporting children's learning both in the classroom as well as at breaktimes and lunchtime.

Our ideal candidates will have experience in working with young children. Also to have experience of working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADD/ADHD or dyslexia in a school setting would be desirable but is not essential.

You will be able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills, be an effective team member and be able to use your own initiative.

You must be able to support the distinctive Christian ethos of the school however, you do not have to be a practicing Christian.

Perks and Benefits:

• Work alongside a hardworking, dedicated and friendly team


• Participate in the Perkbox- Cycle to work, Lifestyle Savings program


• Opportunities for professional development and training


• Strong support for staff welfare, including a staff well-being area


• Flexible hours

Hours are 8.30am until 3.25pm (30 minutes unpaid breaks), Term time only plus INSET days

Salary - £24,644 FTE, Actual pro rata salary for 30 hours per week is £17,409.30

Ashley School is part of The Good Shepherd Trust. Please take the time to look at our website which will give you more information about our school, our ethos, aims and values.

The Good Shepherd Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We ensure that all our employment practices reflect this commitment.