Learning Support Assistant

Holly Lodge Primary Academy, Ash Vale, Surrey, GU12 5PX

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  5 March 2026

• Closing date

  19 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £22,920 - £26,014 FTE (£6,785 - £7,701 actual)

Learning Support Assistant job summary

Holly Lodge Primary Academy

Learning Support Assistant

Permanent contract / Term time Including INSET days

Part Time 12.5 hours / Monday & Tuesday 8.30am – 3.15pm

Salary: £22,920 - £26,014 FTE (£6,785 - £7,701 actual pro rata salary)

Are you flexible, patient, caring and confident with children?

We are looking to recruit a Learning Support Assistant to work alongside the teachers and other support staff in our Academy.

Key Roles and responsibilities:

• To support teachers in providing for the education and welfare of all children in the academy, taking account of their needs

• Maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment

• Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all children in learning and extracurricular activities

• Show professionalism by having proper regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the academy

• Consistently demonstrate the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils

• Work collaboratively with teachers and other colleagues

The Ideal candidate will:

• Be kind, caring and patient

• Have some experience in supporting children who have additional needs

• Be enthusiastic and have a genuine passion for motivating children to be their best

We Offer:

• Competitive salary & pension scheme

• Discounted Wrap around care, at relevant academies, if your child is a Kite Academy Pupil (Linked to contractual hours)

• A dedicated, friendly staff team, as well as Happy, motivated children

• An incredible range of employee benefits (including access to Perkbox)

• Opportunities for Training and Progression

For more information or to apply, please visit The Kite Academy Trusts careers page or call HR Officer, Gemma Golland on O1252 984930.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 19th March 2026

Interviews to be held: Week commencing 23rd March 2026

Early applications are recommended as suitable applicants may be interviewed sooner according to availability and the post filled prior to this date.

The Kite Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We actively support the Government's Prevent Agenda to counter radicalism and extremism.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, successful applicants are subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, satisfactory employment references and online searches. We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, including our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy.

We are an equal opportunities employer who value diversity and inclusion. Guided by our values—positivity, respect, integrity, resilience, and aspiration—we are committed to creating a fair and supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us and help make a difference in the communities we serve.

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

The Kite Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and social media check. Applicants must hold the Right to work in the UK.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Holly Lodge Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 424 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Holly Lodge Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/holly-lodge-primary-academy

Holly Lodge is set in Ash Vale in a suburban community which is happy, caring and inclusive. Learning is fun at Holly Lodge; our curriculum is vibrant and exciting! The staff deliver lessons that promote thinking by inquisitive minds. Our curriculum includes specialised P.E, French and learning in our extensive outdoor area. Support is provided by parents and the local community which includes a very active PTA and supportive Governing Body. We strive to ensure our environment is safe and one where each child can reach his or her full potential.

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