Learning Support Assistant

Barton Farm Primary Academy, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6HS

2 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  13 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  11 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: B or C

What skills and experience we're looking for

As a growing school we have an exciting opportunity for Learning Support Assistants to join our team in September. Barton Farm Primary opened in September 2020. We are blessed with beautiful surroundings, lovely children and a welcoming and friendly team. No two days are every the same in school life so the ability to be flexible is vital! There will be opportunities to work within the whole class, teaching small groups and on a 1:1 basis with individual pupils.

The successful candidates will:

• have a child-centred approach
• be able to build relationships with all children and in particular children with SEND needs
• have the ability to work in an Early Years, KS1 or KS2 setting.
• have the ability to work under pressure and to a timetable
• have experience of working with children with social/communication difficulties in a small group setting.
• have the ability to keep pupils motivated and engaged • have a calm but firm approach
• be able to adapt and think on your feet
• be flexible and willing to learn
• be able to attune to a child’s emotional needs
• be able to work as part of a team, learning with and from other colleagues
• be able to work independently and on your own initiative
• have excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• demonstrate excellent behaviour management skills
• understand confidentiality and safeguarding procedures

What the school offers its staff

In return for this dedication and commitment, we offer a strong and supportive working environment – we love to have fun! We are looking for candidates who are excited by the challenges and rewards of working with children, and who want to be part of the future shape of our growing school. We can offer excellent professional development opportunities including the chance to train as a teacher with us, should you wish to.

Additional Benefits:
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free annual flu vaccination
• Eye test vouchers
• Hampshire pay scales with clear salary progression opportunities
• Access to training and professional development opportunities
• Staff discount available at the pre-school for dependents & preferential admission to Barton Farm Primary.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

2610_ft_lsa_recruitment_information_pack.pdf - 279 KB (opens in new tab)

About Barton Farm Primary Academy

• Organisation type: Free School, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 345 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Barton Farm Primary Academy website
• Email address: admin@bartonfarm.uwinat.co.uk
• Phone number: 01962798844
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/barton-farm-primary-academy

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