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Lionheart Educational Trust; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Newhall Junior School, part of the Lionheart Educational Trust, is seeking a flexible candidate to support teaching and learning. You will adapt to change, work under pressure, and help create a positive learning environment across classrooms.

The role is 30 hours per week, term time plus one week (39 weeks per year). The successful candidate will collaborate with staff to promote student progress and wellbeing, and will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Candidate demonstrates the ability to work on their own initiative.
• Strong communication skills with children and adults.
• Ability to use relevant technology/equipment.
• Commitment to happiness, well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.

Skills

Initiative

Communication

Tech literacy

Welfare focus

Job description

• 30 hours per week, term time plus one week (39 weeks per year)

JOB OVERVIEW

We are looking to appoint a strong candidate to support teaching and learning at Newhall Junior School. These roles are varied, and we are looking for adaptable, flexible and resourceful individuals able to cope in a high-pressure environment and deal with constantly changing priorities.

THE RIGHT CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

• a proven ability to work on their own initiative.
• a high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.
• the ability to use relevant technology/equipment.
• a commitment to the happiness well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.

The Lionheart Educational Trust is a renowned family of sixteen schools based in and around Leicestershire. We strive to provide the highest quality education in each of our unique schools, raising the attainment of our talented students and reflecting the local communities of which they are a part. We are well supported by our Trust and our local Governing Body; ensuring we create to develop and improve.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Trust with staff benefits including over 15.5% employer pension contribution, Health Care/Salary Sacrifice Schemes for purchasing bikes, electrical equipment, gym memberships, parking and more!

We welcome applications from individuals with drive and determination who are able to challenge and inspire students of all abilities and from all backgrounds.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 9.00am on 31st October 2026.

Interview date: Tuesday 17th November 2026

The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.

We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification, job description and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note all applicants will be subject to an online check.

Safeguarding Statement

Newhall Junior 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.

Safeguarding Statement

Newhall Junior 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.