Education & Research
Learning Support Assistant
Holly Lodge Primary Academy · Ash Vale, South East, United Kingdom
- Location
- Ash Vale, South East, United Kingdom
- Work mode
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Application deadline
- Requisition
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- Salary:
- GBP 18,364–20,022 per year
- Visa sponsorship
- No explicit statement from the source
- Relocation assistance
- No explicit statement from the source
Job description
Holly Lodge Primary Academy
Learning Support Assistant
Permanent Contract
To start September 2026
Full time / 32.5 hours / Term time Including INSET days
Salary: Kite Band 1 - £23,859 - £26,014 FTE (actual salary £18,364 - £20,022 pro rata per annum)
Are you flexible, patient, caring and confident with children?
We are looking to recruit a Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive team and work closely with teachers and colleagues to provide high-quality support pupils within our Academy.
Key Roles and responsibilities:
• To support teachers in providing for the education and welfare of all children in the academy, taking account of their needs
• Maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment
• Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all children in learning and extracurricular activities
• Show professionalism by having proper regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the academy
• Consistently demonstrate the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other colleagues
The Ideal candidate will:
• Be kind, caring and patient
• Have some experience in supporting children who have additional needs
• Be enthusiastic and have a genuine passion for motivating children to be their best
We Offer:
• Competitive salary & pension scheme
• Discounted Wrap around care, at relevant academies, if your child is a Kite Academy Pupil (Linked to contractual hours)
• A dedicated, friendly staff team, as well as Happy, motivated children
• An incredible range of employee benefits (including access to Perkbox)
• Opportunities for Training and Progression
To apply, please complete an online application form at Kite Academy Trust - Careers or contact Gemma Golland, HR Officer at recruitmentATkite.academy for further details.
Application process:
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15th July 2026
Interviews: Friday 17th July 2026
Start: September 2026
Early applications are recommended as suitable applicants may be interviewed sooner according to availability and the post filled prior to this date.