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Learning Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 06 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £13,605.08 - £14,965.43 |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 13 November 2025 |
| Location: | Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1UY |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1516743 |
Summary
Although
it helps, it is not essential to be qualified to apply for this role. You may
be looking for a career change and want the
opportunity to make a real difference to the education and wellbeing of our
children. You may have different lived or work experience, gained in the care
sector, or the NHS for example, or worked/volunteered with children in
non-school environment. You may be leaving college with a level 2 in education
and early years, or a certificate in childcare and are looking for the
opportunity to share your skills.The most
important thing is having the right mindset for the role. You need to be proactive, energetic, and committed in order
to engage pupils and develop their desire to learn. You will help inspire them
to be confident and independent. You will need to be calm, patient, sensitive,
and able to comfort children when they are upset. We are looking for
people who demonstrate a positive attitude and enthusiasm for creating a
supportive learning environment.THE ROLE - Working across all year groups - Fixed term contract until 31 August 2026- 22 hours and 30 minutes per week, 8:30am - 1:15pm Monday to Friday with a 15 minute unpaid break per day- This role is both 1:1 support and small group work- We are seeking someone who has worked in a school and nursery setting previously and is familiar with the sector. - You must have previous experience working with children with complex additional needsABOUT USWalliscote Primary School is situated in central Weston-super-Mare close to the beach. We are a diverse, strong community educating 4-11 year olds. We have high expectations for all of our children and are looking for inspirational staff to support us in providing the best possible learning experience for each child in our care. We adopt a whole-school Thrive approach providing emotional support to all of our children and as a member of staff here at Walliscote you will support the community to promote positive mental health, improve children’s ability to learn, and open doors to a brighter future.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECTWe are helping you take care of your future with a pension contribution well above average.
We are helping you take care of your family, by offering five paid care days (on a pro rata basis). For more information about all of our benefits, please visit our benefits page. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. Our goal is to ensure that every pupil and staff member feels included and supported, encouraging a community where everyone can thrive together. We provide quality, ongoing professional development and network opportunities, and clear pathways for career growth, enabling you to learn new skills.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECTWe are helping you take care of your future with a pension contribution well above average.
We are helping you take care of your family, by offering five paid care days (on a pro rata basis). For more information about all of our benefits, please visit our benefits page. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. Our goal is to ensure that every pupil and staff member feels included and supported, encouraging a community where everyone can thrive together. We provide quality, ongoing professional development and network opportunities, and clear pathways for career growth, enabling you to learn new skills.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.