Primary Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant

TipTopJob; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Tor School is seeking a Learning Support Assistant in Yeovil to support pupils in learning, safeguarding and promoting wellbeing. The role involves working with class teachers, raising attainment and helping pupils access the curriculum during term-time on site.

The successful candidate will help pupils 1:1 or in groups, foster independence, self-esteem and social inclusion, and act as a mentor to support learning and development throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Supporting pupils to engage in learning and safeguard their wellbeing.
• Promoting independence, self-esteem and social inclusion of pupils.
• Assisting pupils to access the curriculum and achieve personal learning goals.

Responsibilities

• Work with class teachers to raise learning and attainment for individual pupils.
• Support pupils 1:1 or in groups to access learning and feel a sense of achievement.
• Promote social interactions and confidence in pupils through positive guidance.

Job description

Location: Wyndham View, Yeovil

Salary : Grade 14 (A GBP 21,566 actual pay)

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week, Term time only)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: Friday 4 th September 2026

Are you creative, resilient and ready to work with some of the most interesting pupils the education system has to offer? Then Tor School is the school for you.

This is an exciting role and one that will enable the successful candidate to help our pupils be the best versions of themselves. We are seeking to appoint a highly effective individual and colleague who wishes to make a difference to the lives and opportunities of young people and join our successful, supportive and committed team.

Tor School is a special place to work. Joining Tor is like a family; we look out for each other, we are supportive of each other and you always feel part of a team that is there for you. It can be challenging but the feeling of being part of a body of people who will help you is quite special. We believe in people and their capacity; we look for the good. All people at Tor School, staff and pupils, are valued and invested in as part of our commitment to helping us all to better reach our potential.

We are keen to appoint the right person with the personal qualities that will make them a success at Tor School. Skills can be developed, but the passion to work with young people and the personal attributes are fundamental. Graduates are encouraged and all experience is considered equally.

Tor School is Pupil Referral Unit based in Glastonbury, Yeovil and Chard. Tor School is committed to providing the best education possible for some of the most vulnerable children and young people in East Somerset.

Job Purpose

To complement the work at Tor School through supporting pupils to engage in learning, ensuring safeguarding and promoting their physical and emotional wellbeing.

Main Duties And Core Responsibilities

• Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of an individual pupil
• Promote the pupils independence, self:esteem and social inclusion by working with pupils
• Support the pupil, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement
• Support the pupil, individually or in groups, so that they are able to succeed in social interactions, and build their confidence, self:esteem and friendship group
• Be pupil focussed and work in a positive way that enables them to achieve
• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups, supporting / facilitating learning

Learning support

• To support the holistic learning of individuals and groups of pupils
• Supporting in the assessment and recording of progress towards targets and learning outcomes cross the curriculum
• To support pupils pastoral needs and give them the support they require throughout the day as required
• To encourage, and find ways to engage, pupils in a positive activity
• To act as a mentor and be an active listener should pupils need support in this way
• Develop and apply knowledge and understanding of pupils general and specific learning needs to support their learning
• Assist in the development, monitoring and evaluation of Individual Education Plans and programmes of work
• Promote the development of key skills and independence
• To take responsibility as required in supporting individuals, or groups of pupils, in off:site learning opportunities and assist in the preparation for these
• To have the inter:personal skills and effective communication skills to work in partnership with parents, including contributing to meetings

Ensuring pupils emotional well:being

• Establish positive relationships with all pupils and promote the inclusi