Learning Support Assistant

Turnfurlong Junior School, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 7PL

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  15 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  4 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £17,345.00 - £20,447.00 Annually (Actual)

Learning Support Assistant job summary

Do you want to make a real difference in children’s education?

At Turnfurlong Junior School, we provide a creative, happy and safe environment where children are inspired to achieve success and become confident, independent learners. We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and motivated Learning Support Assistants to join our friendly, supportive team. Whether you are new to working in schools or already experienced, we would love to hear from you. We offer in-house training, professional development, and excellent opportunities for growth — ideal for those considering teacher training in the future.

About Us:

At Turnfurlong Junior School we strive to provide a creative, happy and safe environment in which all children are inspired to achieve success and become confident, independent and reflective life-long learners. Our aim is to provide an environment where all children and staff feel happy and confident and are challenged to make the most of their abilities.

About the role:

We are looking for someone to support class teachers and year groups in delivering high-quality learning and to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.

About You:

Ideally hold a Level 1 or higher qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent). Achieved Grade 9-4 (A-C)* in English and Maths. Have a positive, proactive, and caring attitude with strong communication skills. Two roles are available: Level 1 and Level 2 Learning Support Assistant.

Visits to the school are warmly welcome. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact us.

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

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.

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 Turnfurlong Junior School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 415 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Turnfurlong Junior School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/turnfurlong-junior-school

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