Learning Support Assistant

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

42 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  8 July 2026

• Closing date

  19 August 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  8 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £18,364 - £20,022 Actual pro rata salary

Learning Support Assistant job summary

Holly Lodge Primary Academy

Learning Support Assistant

Permanent Contract

To start September 2026

Full time / 32.5 hours / Term time Including INSET days

Salary: Kite Band 1 - £23,859 - £26,014 FTE (actual salary £18,364 - £20,022 pro rata per annum)

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

We are looking to recruit a Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive team and work closely with teachers and colleagues to provide high-quality support pupils within 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

To apply, please complete an online application form at Kite Academy Trust - Careers or contact Gemma Golland, HR Officer at recruitmentATkite.academy for further details.

Application process:

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15th July 2026

Interviews: Friday 17th July 2026

Start: September 2026

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

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

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 418 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• 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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