SEND Learning Support Assistant

Mytchett Primary & Nursery Academy, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 6JB

42 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  9 July 2026

• Closing date

  20 August 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  9 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Casual
• Full-time equivalent salary: £10,357 - £11,292 (£23,859-£26,014 FTE)

SEND Learning Support Assistant job summary

Mytchett Primary & Nursery Academy

Learning Support Assistant

SEND / 1-1

Temporary Contract

Part Time / 18 hours, 20 minutes per week / Term time Including INSET days

8.30am – 12.10pm / Monday – Friday

Salary: Kite Band 1 - £23,859 - £26,014 FTE (actual salary £10,357 - £11,292 pro rata per annum)

Are you flexible, patient, caring and confident with children?

We are looking to recruit an EYFS 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive team and work closely with teachers and colleagues to provide high-quality support for a pupil within our Academy.

Key Roles and responsibilities:

• Support a child in reception with an EHCP

• To support teachers in providing for the education and welfare of all children in the academy, taking account of their needs

• Maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment

• Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all children in learning and extracurricular activities

• Show professionalism by having proper regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the academy

• Consistently demonstrate the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils

• Work collaboratively with teachers and other colleagues

The Ideal candidate will:

• Be kind, caring and patient

• Have some experience in supporting children who have additional needs

• Be enthusiastic and have a genuine passion for motivating children to be their best

We Offer:

• Competitive salary & pension scheme

• Discounted Wrap around care, at relevant academies, if your child is a Kite Academy Pupil (Linked to contractual hours)

• A dedicated, friendly staff team, as well as Happy, motivated children

• An incredible range of employee benefits (including access to Perkbox)

• Opportunities for Training and Progression

To apply, please complete an online application form at Kite Academy Trust - Careers or contact Gemma Golland, HR Officer at recruitmentATkite.academy or call on O1252 984930 for further details.

Application process:

Closing date for applications: Friday 24th July 2026

Interviews: w/c Monday 27th July 2026

Start: September 2026

Early applications are recommended as suitable applicants may be interviewed sooner according to availability and the post filled prior to this date.

We look forward to hearing from you!

The Kite Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We actively support the Government's Prevent Agenda to counter radicalism and extremism.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, successful applicants are subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, satisfactory employment references and online searches. We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, including our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy.

We are an equal opportunities employer who value diversity and inclusion. Guided by our values—positivity, respect, integrity, resilience, and aspiration—we are committed to creating a fair and supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us and help make a difference in the communities we serve.

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

The Kite Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check & have Right to work in the 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 Mytchett Primary & Nursery Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 217 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Mytchett Primary & Nursery Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/mytchett-primary-nursery-academy

Inspiring learners, caring about success - Mytchett is a single form entry primary academy with its own Nursery and Children’s Centre which is very much at the heart of the local community.
We work collaboratively, with a strong sense of team, to ensure that our children are caring and respectful of others and feel that they are making a positive contribution to those around them. Our extensive outdoor learning areas and woodland, broad range of clubs and activities, visits and visitors, contribute to our exciting and motivational curriculum. We believe that happy, confident and resilient learners achieve to the very best of their ability - beyond where they believe possible!

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