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Learning Support Assistant - Part Time
Scale 3 points 6-7 (£18108.26 actual salary)
Term Time 38 Weeks
30 hours 50 minutes per week
Working Pattern: 8.35am to 3.15pm Monday to Friday with ½ hour lunch
To start 1st September 2026
We are looking for a colleague who:
A flexible team player, has experience working with children to support them to reach their full potential. This LSA role may include supporting children 1:1, it could include intimate care, physiotherapy, occupational health and speech & language and behaviour support.
is confident to deal with social, emotional and behaviour issues, underpinning approaches on positive relationships and mutual respect.
provides good evidence that their knowledge and abilities are closely matched to the person specification.
is positive and flexible, warm and friendly with children, parents and colleagues.
has excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
enjoys taking an active role in the work and development of the school.
is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of our children.
We work at Friar's Grove because…
We enjoy working in a friendly, committed team where wellbeing is a priority.
Being an inclusive school means that every day is different, and we enjoy celebrating academic success, positive behaviour and those breakthrough moments for individuals.
Everyone is valued and supported in their role, and we welcome new ideas and approaches.
We benefit from a supportive school community, and it is a pleasure to see children arrive in school every day with smiles on their faces.
Friar's Grove Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in our care and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS & references.
We are committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
Closing date: Midnight Monday 6th July
Shortlisting: Tuesday 7th July
Interviews: Tuesday 14th July