Highover JMI School is seeking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (LSA) in one of our KS2 classes. This is to work 27.5 hours per week (FT). 8.55am-3.25pm. This will initially be a 1 year contract but could be extended depending on the schools budget. The ideal candidate will be qualified to at least level 2 (level 3 desirable) and with recent experience of the LSA role, either as a volunteer or paid. A good standard of English and mathematics is essential. Highover JMI School is a large primary school in Hitchin Hertfordshire. The school has: Well motivated children who are keen to learn A supportive, happy staff team who work hard together to provide excellent learning opportunities Provision of high quality professional development Committed Senior Leadership Team who provide high levels of support We are looking for a team player, with a positive attitude. You will need to be enthusiastic, hardworking and enjoy working with children and adults in our team. There will be opportunities for training and career development in school. You will need to liaise with parents, maintain a team working ethic. The closing date is Monday 12th May 2025 at 9.00am The interview date is: Thursday 15th May 2025 Due to this post having access to children, candidates will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Hertfordshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Highover is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We insist on the equal treatment of all current and prospective colleagues and will never condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. Highover is also equally committed to becoming an anti-racist school. In our relentless efforts to be an anti-racist organisation, we recognise the negative impacts of under-representation and lack of diversity in our organisation, our education system and in all aspects of our society. To help us meet our high standards and aspirations of a fully diverse and inclusive workplace, we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply and to join us.