Learning Support Assistant (1:1)

Elvetham Heath Primary School, Fleet, Hampshire, GU51 1DP

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  25 November 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  10 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
  • Learning support or cover supervisor
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Term time: Monday - Friday, 8:30am-3:15pm
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year fixed term
• Pay scale: C1-3, dependent on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint 1-year fixed-term Learning Support Assistants with warm and caring natures, who are passionate about making a difference to children's lives, to join our committed and supportive team.

These positions are to provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with autism and speech, language and communication needs. We are looking for individuals who are patient, nurturing and able to build positive relationships while supporting the child's learning, communication, independence and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day.

The successful candidates will be flexible, adaptable and able to show high levels of initiative. Previous experience of supporting children with autism and speech and language needs is essential, along with an understanding of how to use visual supports, communication strategies and personalised approaches to remove barriers to learning. Experience of working in a school setting is desirable.

We are seeking candidates who are committed to helping children achieve their full potential, willing to work closely with teaching staff, the SEND team and external professionals, and able to adapt support in response to the child's needs.

We are a Character Education school, which underpins everything we do, and the children and staff use the language of virtues and growth mindset to support positive learning and behaviour.

Elvetham Heath Primary School is a large school with approximately 640 children on roll. One of the advantages of working in a large school is that there are many people willing to help and support new members of staff. They are a friendly bunch here!

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience of supporting children with autism and speech, language and communication needs.
• Be able to build positive, trusting relationships with children and their families.
• Demonstrate patience, empathy and a calm, consistent approach.
• Be committed to improving outcomes and promoting independence.
• Be able to use and implement communication and sensory support strategies.
• Work effectively as part of a team alongside teachers, SEND staff and external professionals.
• Be reflective and open to learning new approaches and strategies.
• Be well organised, reliable and able to use initiative.

Working hours: 8.30am to 3.15pm, Monday to Friday, term-time only.

Application Procedure

• Candidates should send their completed applications, to arrive no later than 2pm on Wednesday 25 November 2026 to Zoe Ellisdon in the school office at Elvetham Heath Primary School - hr@ehps.hants.sch.uk.
• If we receive a sufficient number of applications we may proceed with interviews prior to the closing date.

We look forward to welcoming you to our school.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• Strong and supportive leadership.
• A friendly, dynamic and supportive team.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Happy children who enjoy learning.
• A wonderful setting in which to work.

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.

behavioural-support-worker JD.pdf - 35.6 KB (opens in new tab)

About Elvetham Heath Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 635 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Elvetham Heath Primary School website
• Email address: hr@ehps.hants.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01252 622205
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/elvetham-heath-primary-school

Elvetham Heath Primary School is a vibrant and forward-thinking school located in the heart of Fleet. We are a Character Education school, dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where every child’s potential is supported and their character developed.

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