SEND Learning Support Assistant

Hardwick Primary School and Nursery, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 1XE

15 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  20 October 2026

• Closing date

  6 November 2026 at 9:30am

• Date listed

  20 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time, part time
• Contract type: Casual
• Full time equivalent salary: GLF Associate 2.1 actual salary : £19,222

SEND Learning Support Assistant job summary

Hardwick Primary School are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant on an ongoing temporary contract to support the teacher with their responsibility for the development and exceptional education of a child with special educational needs, using routine supervision and care skills to support the child

This role would be supporting a child on a one to one basis, in both the classroom and the C&I base, to assist in the delivery of educational work programmes for the specific child by participating in day to day learning activities; supporting the child so that they achieve to the best of their abilities.  Ideally you will be an experienced Learning Assistant, but whatever your level of experience please use the supporting statement on the application form to show us how you match the skills we need and what you can bring to the role.

Your opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our growing, diverse and welcoming primary school. Our schools have a passion for and, understanding of, what effective learning is and we help to inspire our pupils to be the best they can be. In return for your hard work we can offer excellent CPD opportunities and the support of a strong collaborative team.

Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your personal application statement demonstrates how your skills match what we are looking for.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a candidate who will

• Be enthusiastic and committed to work well as part of a team, as well as being self-motivated and able to work independently
• Be committed to developing and sharing outstanding practice across GLF Schools.
• Have the ability to enthuse and engage students in purposeful learning experiences
• Be dedicated to ensuring that all children achieve their very best.
• Be passionate about the children's learning and welfare.
• Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour.
• Develop effective working relationships with parents/carers, staff, external professionals and the wider community.
• Be committed to personal career progression and enhancement.

About the Banbury Cluster

Our School sits within a newly established cluster of Primary schools, Hardwick, William Morris, Longford Park and Cherry Fields, who are overseen by a Regional Director. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 20,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start Date: ASAP

FTE Salary: GLF Associate 2 Point 1 £24,751 Pro-rata (actual) salary: £19,222

Hours: 8:15am-3:15pm Monday - Friday 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time)

Contract: Temporary ongoing, funding related

Closing Date:  6th November 2026 at 9.30am (Candidates may be shortlisted and invited to interview before the closing date). 

Interview date: TBC

We encourage prospective applicants to reach out to the Head Teacher to arrange an informal visit to the school, offering the chance to observe our setting and gain further insight into this rewarding role.

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 Hardwick Primary School and Nursery

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 249 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Hardwick Primary School and Nursery website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hardwick-primary-school-ox16-1xe

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