Year R / KS1 Learning Support Assistant and Lunchtime Supervisor

South Farnborough Infant School, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6JU

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  1 November 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  16 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Term time: 8.40 am to 15.10 pm, Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Fixed term - until 31.8.2027
• Full time equivalent salary: £26,018-£27,111
• Pay scale: Grade C - Actual Salary : £18,044- £18,802

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our team as a Year R / KS1 Learning Support Assistant and Lunchtime Supervisor.We are looking for someone with experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) who can provide calm, consistent and nurturing support to help children access learning and achieve their individual targets. The role will involve supporting individual children and small groups of pupils.The successful candidate will need to be flexible and adaptable. They will be able to build strong relationships with children, staff and families and contribute positively to our inclusive and supportive school community. We are seeking someone who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to meeting the varied needs of children.The Successful Candidate Will:

• Have previous experience of working with children with SEND.
• Be flexible, patient and calm in their approach.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and external professionals.
• Deliver interventions and support programmes as directed.
• Support children in working towards targets identified within their individual learning plans.
• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Be willing to attend relevant training and professional development opportunities.
• Develop positive relationships with children, staff and families.

We Can Offer You:

• A friendly, knowledgeable and supportive staff team.
• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and training.
• The chance to make a real difference to children's progress, wellbeing and confidence.
• A rewarding role within a caring and dedicated team.

What the school offers its staff

We Can Offer You:

• A friendly, knowledgeable and supportive staff team.
• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and training.
• The chance to make a real difference to children's progress, wellbeing and confidence.
• A rewarding role within a caring and dedicated team.

Application procedure

For more information about our school, please visit our website at www.southfarnborough-inf.hants.sch.uk. Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office on 01252 543727 to arrange an appointment. To request an application pack, please email: adminoffice@southfarnborough-inf.hants.sch.uk

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 job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About South Farnborough Infant School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 5 to 7
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 263 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: South Farnborough Infant School website
• Email address: a.bailey@southfarnborough-inf.hants.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01252 543727
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/south-farnborough-infant-school

Arranging a visit to South Farnborough Infant School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email a.bailey@southfarnborough-inf.hants.sch.uk.

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