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Learning Support Assistant (LEI061BC)

Leighfield Primary School, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 9TS

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• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  10 March 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  25 February 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £24,407.00 - £24,794.00 Annually (FTE) Actual Starting Salary Approx £15,520

Learning Support Assistant (LEI061BC) job summary

Learning Support Assistant

Leighfield Primary School

Salary: Grade 5 Pay Point 7-8 (£24,407 - £24,794 per annum, approximate starting salary of £15,520)
Hours: 27.7 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term Time Only, with inset days)
Contract Type: Fixed term until August 2025

About the Role

Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and wellbeing? Leighfield Primary School is looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and highly motivated Learning Support Assistant to work alongside our dedicated teaching team. You will play a key role in fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, ensuring all pupils can reach their full potential.

Why Choose Leighfield Primary School?

Leighfield is a small primary school that is rated Good by Ofsted. Being a small school means we know all our children. It means we have a better idea of what motivates them and what success should look like for them. We believe that our school allows every child to succeed.

At Leighfield, we have a holistic approach which ensures there is a nurturing and caring ethos where children are encouraged to reach their full potential. Our school values are Resilience, Pride and Respect and we are passionate about providing our children with the very best opportunities and experiences.

Our Achievements to date

• Rated Ofsted ‘Good’ February 2024
• Microsoft Showcase School

“Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary. They show high levels of engagement and interest during lessons. Pupils listen intently and show an eagerness to share their ideas, thoughts and opinions.” - OFSED

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers in preparing and delivering engaging lessons.
• Assist individuals and small groups with learning activities.
• Provide feedback on pupil engagement and progress.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional development.
• Prepare and use learning materials, including ICT resources.
• Help create stimulating classroom displays.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent) OR ability to meet STL Level 2 National Occupational Standards.
• Experience: Previous experience supporting teaching and learning in a school setting.
• Skills & Knowledge:
  • Understanding of child protection and health & safety procedures.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to motivate and engage students.
  Why Join Us?

  Professional Growth & Support

  • Ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
  • Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.

  Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

  • Flexible working options.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
  • Defined benefit pension scheme.

  Additional Perks

  • Free parking, cycle-to-work scheme, and gym discounts.
  • Eyecare vouchers, dental support, and retail discounts.
  • Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.
  Equal Opportunities & Diversity

  We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
  Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age, or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.

  About Discovery Schools Trust

  Discovery Schools Trust is committed to improving learning by fostering a culture of excellence. We prioritise children’s needs, teacher development, and innovative school improvement to ensure success across all our schools.

  Safeguarding Commitment

  Discovery is dedicated to safeguarding pupils. The successful applicant must complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and provide references.

  Apply Now
  If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today. Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.

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.

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About Leighfield Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 188 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Leighfield Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/leighfield-primary-school

Set in beautiful tree-lined grounds and surrounded on three sides by playing fields belonging to Uppingham School, Leighfield Academy provides a learning environment which is at once stimulating, pleasant and peaceful.

The school serves the Southern Half of Uppingham and a number of surrounding villages. Namely Belton in Rutland, Glaston, Lyddington, Seaton, Stoke Dry, Thorpe by Water, and Wardley. Some parents from outside the catchment area and even from outside the County also opt to send their children to Leighfield Academy.

Our school is part of the Discovery Schools Academies Trust. Discovery Schools Academy Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence is shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.

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