Level 2 Learning Support Assistant at Harthill Primary School

Harthill Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S26 7YH

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  16th November 2026

• Closing date

  22 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  12 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £26,427.00 - £26,847.00 Annually (FTE)

Level 2 Learning Support Assistant at Harthill Primary School job summary

Harthill Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and committed Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping children to succeed and who will work closely with teachers and other staff to provide high-quality support for pupils. The successful candidate will help children to access learning, develop their confidence and independence, and make the best possible progress. The position is part-time, the working days are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has high expectations for all pupils and a genuine commitment to helping children achieve their potential.
• Is caring, patient, positive and enthusiastic.
• Can build warm and professional relationships with children.
• Can support pupils effectively in the classroom, individually and in small groups.
• Is able to follow teachers' planning and guidance while using initiative when appropriate.
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality and promoting children's wellbeing.
• Is reliable, flexible and willing to contribute fully to the wider life of our school.

Experience of working with primary-aged children, including pupils with additional needs, would be beneficial.

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 children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers, and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment follows Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Employment offers may be subject to checks, including:
• DBS
• Childcare disqualification
• Medical
• Online
• Prohibition from teaching
• Right to work
• References
• Suitability to work with children
Due to amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, some minor offences are now protected and should not be disclosed. For guidance, seek legal advice or visit [Nacro’s Criminal Record Support Service](https://www.nacro.org.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 Harthill Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 149 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Harthill Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/harthill-primary-school-sheffield

Harthill Primary School is a vibrant, one-form entry village school that prides itself on being "a school at the heart of its community." Our core values—Belonging, Ambition, Resilience, and Kindness—are integral to everything we do, guiding our academic, social, and emotional development programs. We aim to nurture confident, happy, and effective learners who are prepared to make positive contributions to society.

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