KS1 Learning Support Assistant
Part time, term time only.
Required immediately.
St John's is a co-educational Independent School for pupils aged between 2 and 16 years. We are proud of our educational provision and offer you the opportunity to join our successful school as a part-time, caring, and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our Kindergarten team.
We are looking for an applicant with a genuine passion to nurture and encourage young children. Working well within our friendly and supportive team is essential.
Hours and days of work:
· Monday and Tuesday 8:45am to 1pm
· This is a part time position working term times only. St John's School terms are shorter than maintained schools.
· There may be potential to increase hours as the academic year continues.
You must:
* Have a full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification would be preferable.
* Have a genuine passion to work with children.
* Be a positive role model.
* Have excellent communication skills.
* Have a strong knowledge of KS1.
* Previous experience in a school environment would be an advantage.
If you are a caring and dedicated member of staff who has ticked all the above, then we would very much like to hear from you.
We offer:
* The chance to be part of a supportive and friendly team.
* Fantastic working environment where staff are valued.
* A school lunch.
* Onsite parking.
If you wish to apply for the role, please complete our application form which can be found on the St John's School website:
We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the job advert in advance of the deadline if we find the suitable candidate.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.
Closing date: Friday 19th September at noon.
Interviews: Week beginning Monday 22nd September
Start date: ASAP (subject to completion of all safer recruitment checks and safeguarding training)
Important Safeguarding Information
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. To ensure this, our recruitment and selection policy follows both local and national guidance.
All offers of employment are subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, satisfactory online searches, and an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
In compliance with Safer Recruitment guidelines, CVs cannot be accepted. Please complete an electronic application form. We must have the full contact details of two referees, including their name, address, telephone number and email address. Please note that we will write to the Headteacher for all education references. Incomplete application forms will not be considered.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 19/09/2025
Expected start date: 29/09/2025