Specialist 1:1 Learning Support Assistant

St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 7LY

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  14 July 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  3 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Learning support or cover supervisor
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 30 hours per week, 45.5 weeks per year (term time plus 2 training days)
• Contract type: Fixed term - Fixed-Term contract linked to pupil funding and continuing need
• Full-time equivalent salary: £26,428
• Pay scale: NJC Grade 3

What skills and experience we're looking for

St Blasius Church of England Primary Academy is seeking to appoint a caring, patient and dedicated1:1 Learning Support Assistantto support a pupil with a visual impairment. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a significant difference to a child's educational experience, helping them to access learning, develop independence and thrive within our inclusive school community.

As a member of our committed team, you will work closely with class teachers, parents, carers and specialist professionals to ensure the pupil receives the support they need to achieve their full potential.

What the school offers its staff

The Role:

The successful candidate will:

• Provide individual support for a pupil with a visual impairment throughout the school day.
• Adapt learning materials and resources to ensure they are accessible.
• Support the pupil's participation in classroom activities and wider school life.
• Encourage independence, confidence and self-esteem.
• Assist with the use of specialist equipment and resources where required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and external agencies to implement support strategies.
• Monitor and record progress, contributing to review meetings and support plans.
• Support the pupil's social and emotional development.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience of working with children, preferably within a primary school setting.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy and excellent communication skills.
• Has a commitment to inclusive education and supporting children with additional needs.
• Is willing to undertake specialist training relating to visual impairment.
• Can work effectively as part of a team whilst using their own initiative.
• Has high expectations for children's achievement, wellbeing and independence.
• Is flexible, reliable and committed to helping every child achieve their God-given potential.

We Can Offer:

• Enthusiastic, polite and engaging children.
• A welcoming and supportive Christian school community.
• A dedicated and experienced staff team.
• High-quality professional development and specialist training opportunities.
• A commitment to staff wellbeing and professional growth.
• The opportunity to play a key role in supporting a child to succeed academically, socially and emotionally.

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

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CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 181 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy website
• Email address: admin@stblasius.academy
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-blasius-shanklin-cofe-primary-academy

Arranging a visit to St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@stblasius.academy.

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