Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Dunsford Community Academy, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7DD

10 days remaining to apply

Job start date
3 September 2026
Closing date
3 July 2026 at 9am
Date listed
23 June 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: Part time (Can be done as a job share): 25 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year
Full-time equivalent salary: Between £24,796 and £25,185
Pay scale: NJC C

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join us who is inspired by our mission and wants to be part of a Trust where children are at the heart of everything we do. You will play a vital role in supporting and nurturing our children, including those with Special Educational Needs, helping to remove barriers to learning so every child can flourish.

Our ideal candidate will be committed to making a profound difference, particularly for our most disadvantaged children, empowering them with the knowledge, skills, confidence, and resilience they need to thrive. Experience with autism, speech and language development, and knowledge of phonics would also be an advantage, but not essential. The successful candidate will hold a minimum of a Level 3 qualification that is recognised as full and relevant by the DfE.

Our Trust is dedicated to building an authentic workforce, so if you are excited about this role but your past experience looks a little different to what we’ve identified, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the perfect candidate! We are proud that we are a single organisation with a shared responsibility for all children, and one where you will feel professionally nourished through our extensive development practice and strong wellness offer.

What the school offers its staff

At Dunsford, we believe that education is about more than lessons in a classroom - it’s about sparking curiosity, building confidence, and giving every child the best possible start in life. As a village school at the heart of our community, we value the strong relationships we have with our families and work in partnership to help our children flourish in every aspect of their lives.

Our curriculum is rich, balanced, and full of opportunities to explore, create, and inspire. From a full-sized football pitch to our wild garden and Forest School, we make the most of our incredible outdoor spaces where a wealth of natural resources makes learning fun and awe-inspiring.

Our School Trust is underpinned by our four core beliefs; we are stronger together, a sense of belonging; removing barriers and realising the possible. This means that by working collectively, we can achieve our absolute best to ensure that children, especially the most vulnerable, can flourish. Our ethos is one of working together to Empower, Excel, Together.

What we can offer you:

Make a real difference – every day you’ll have the chance to make a profound difference to children’s lives.
Be part of something bigger – you will be part of a values-led School Trust where we collaborate, innovate, and succeed together.
We invest in you – our People Strategy ensures you’re nurtured, supported, and given opportunities to develop so you can provide the very best for our children.
Grow your expertise – access to our high-quality professional development, career pathways, and bespoke CPD; we’re committed to your personal and professional growth.
A genuine commitment to life balance – we prioritise colleague wellness and actively support a healthy, sustainable approach to work.
Comprehensive wellbeing support – access to a confidential, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme whenever you need it.
Flexibility that fits life – our family-friendly policies help you balance work with what matters most.
Perks and savings – from Cycle to Work and Tech schemes, to lifestyle discounts and benefits.
A pension you can count on – generous Local Government Pension Scheme.

Flexible working opportunities

We are a happy to talk flexible working employer

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.

We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone. If you have a disability, neurodivergent condition (such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, or autism), or any other additional needs, we will work with you to ensure you have the support you need. Please use the links below for more information, or contact us to discuss any adjustments that would help you take part fully in the process.

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.