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Learning Support Assistant - Blenheim Primary School
Contract Term: Permanent, Term Time + Inset Days
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to be confirmed
Weeks: Term time only, plus inset days
Pay Scale: Level 4 Point 6 FTE £25,989
Actual salary: £18,266
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant to join our happy, vibrant learning community. The role will involve supporting children with special educational needs as well as group and whole-class support.
The successful applicant will be:
an outstanding TA committed to supporting children with special educational needs in partnership with class teachers;
passionate about helping children to overcome a wide range of barriers to learning by thinking about their needs holistically;
able to think creatively to make learning exciting and relevant;
highly organised and able to manage their time effectively;
reflective practitioners who are keen to learn, develop, and improve their practice;
positive, flexible, and able to work effectively as part of a wider team; and
educated to at least GCSE grade C/5 or equivalent in maths and English (an NVQ or equivalent in Learning Support or Early Years is also desirable).
We offer:
Opportunities for a range of experiences and developmental opportunities across our large school.
Fantastic resources and environment.
A focus on staff well-being as part of the Learning in Harmony Trust, putting staff first and providing many incentives and opportunities, including the Perkbox scheme.
You can find out more about our Trust and our schools at www.lihtrust.uk
Closing Date: 6th July 2026
Interview Date: 9th July 2026
Safeguarding Statement
Learning in Harmony Trust 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 underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in our care and expect all staff to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice and the successful applicant will need a satisfactory enhanced DBS certificate and supportive references.