Learning Support Assistant - Fixed Term

Newton Burgoland Primary School, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 2SL

6 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  24 August 2026

• Closing date

  25 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  19 June 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: Monday to Friday - 8.10am - 3.30pm (30 minute unpaid lunch break)
• Contract type: Fixed term - 12 months
• Hourly rate: £13.46- £13.68 per hour (depending on experience)

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Working with a range of staff to deliver excellent teaching and learning.
• Being an approachable, caring and supportive adult role model
• A commitment to a nurturing approach to developing the whole child
• Supporting assessment and evidencing learning
• Working with the teacher to create stimulating classroom displays and learning resources
• Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all learners
• Creating opportunities for all learners to reach their potential, irrespective of ability
• Accompanying groups on trips.
• Supporting the wider life of the school
• Knowledge of child development

What the school offers its staff

• Happy, welcoming children who are full of personality and a desire to learn.
• Committed, enthusiastic and nurturing staff who want the very best for our children.
• Job satisfaction and the knowledge that you are making a difference.
• Opportunities for further training for the varied requirements of the role.
• The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in a small family orientated school
• Good opportunities for personal and career development.

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

Newton Burgoland Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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.

Teaching Assistant Grade 6 June 26.doc - 239 KB (opens in new tab)

Advert LSA.docx - 29.5 KB (opens in new tab)

About Newton Burgoland Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 85 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Newton Burgoland Primary School website
• Email address: admin@newburland.leics.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01530270320
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/newton-burgoland-primary-school

“Imagine a school full of enthusiastic pupils who are keen to learn.
A school where every adult is committed to helping each other to improve their practice for the benefit of the pupils.
A school where teachers are trusted to try out new ideas and are fully supported in their career development.”
Newton Burgoland Primary is that school and we are looking forward to working with you.

Arranging a visit to Newton Burgoland Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@newburland.leics.sch.uk.

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