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Widford Lodge School is looking for a friendly, caring person to join our team as a skilled 1:1 Learning Support Assistant, to start in January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
We are seeking a caring, experienced and enthusiastic 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to support a child in Reception on a one-to-one basis. This role will involve working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider staff team to help the pupil access learning, develop confidence and thrive within our school environment.
The position is initially on a fixed term contract until July 2026, with the possibility of a permanent role, working Monday to Friday during term time plus five inset days; the hours are 8:15am to 12:45pm.
Widford Lodge is a unique and special learning environment. We have been inspiring a love of learning in pupils between the ages of 2 ½ and 11 for over 90 years. Today we are proud to provide a caring, inclusive and diverse environment for our school community, offering a broad and balanced academic curriculum in a stimulating setting full of opportunities in which children can thrive. We are a supportive and caring team, working in a collaborative environment. We can offer you an attractive rate of pay, on-site parking and high-quality free lunches.
Information about the School
At Widford Lodge we have around 220 pupils and have been instilling a love of learning in pupils between the ages of 2 ½ and 11 for over 85 years.
Today we are proud to provide a caring, inclusive and diverse environment for our school community, offering a broad and balanced academic curriculum in a stimulating setting full of opportunities in which children can thrive.
Our children go on to grammar, independent and state senior schools. We are a supportive and caring team, working in a collaborative environment.
Since September 2018 we have been a Forest school.