Learning Support Assistants with lunchtime supervision

Job Introduction

Closing date:         03/07/2025 at 12:00

Interview date:      Week beginning - 07/07/2025

Job Start Date:      1st September 2025

Contract/Hours:    Fixed term until 31st August 2026 part-time

Salary Details:       £13,461- £14,142 pro-rata salary, dependent on experience & qualifications –       FTE £24,027- £25,430

Hours of Work:      Monday to Friday – 8:30am to 1:20pm, term time only

Are you considering training to be a primary school teacher? We have two positions for Learning Support Assistants at Herne Junior which would be ideal for someone who is looking to gain real school experience before apply to train as a teacher. If this is you, and you are successful at interview, we will support you in developing your application to train as a teacher with our teacher training partner South Farnham SCITT.

Alternatively, if you are a Learning Support Assistant looking to develop your knowledge and understanding of neurodiversity and the Thrive approach to learning these roles could be ideal for you.

We are looking for a supportive, flexible and professional person, ideally with proven previous experience in Key Stage 1 or 2, to join our established learning support team. Good numeracy and literacy skills are essential (GCSE Grade C+ in English and Maths or equivalent) as well as a commitment to working as part of a team. Experience working with neurodiverse students would be advantageous but not essential.

You will be supporting children in class and individuals/groups of pupils to provide intervention as directed. You will be required to keep accurate records and be able to provide feedback to the teachers.

For the right candidate, with appropriate qualifications, there may be an opportunity for some cover work.

Skills required include:

• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to relate well to children and adults
• Positive, sunny outlook
• Work constructively as part of a team
• Working alongside children with SEN/behavioural difficulties is desirable but not essential
• Experience of working with neurodiverse students would be advantageous but not essential

Herne Junior School can offer you:

• The opportunity to be part of a committed team in a good school
• Excellent CPD and leadership opportunities
• An able catchment of children who apply themselves
• A warm and supportive team – staff, governors, parents and community

We are always keen for our learning support assistant positions to be filled with experienced members of staff, so current NVQ Level 3 or 4 Teaching Assistants or HLTAs are always warmly welcome to apply.

Tours of the school are encouraged and can be arranged through the school office by emailing admin@hernejunior.com or calling 01730 263746.

Please submit your completed application to Rebecca Loader, School Business Manager r.loader@hernejunior.com

Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.