Job Introduction
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Federation of Netley Abbey Infant and Junior Schools
Learning Support Assistant – Class support, individual or small group support
Closing Date:
Interview Date: TBC
Job Start Date: ASAP
Contract Hours: Fixed Term, Term-time only
Salary: EHCC/Support Staff
Hours of work25.4 hours per week term time plus one week
08:50 to 15:20 for all day
Location of Role: Netley Abbey Junior School
Job Description
Are you a nurturing individual who has a passion for supporting children to be successful?
Do you have an enthusiastic, patient and dedicated attitude?
We are looking for a resilient and flexible person who has a good understanding of building positive relationships with children; to work in our junior school. The successful candidate will have excellent verbal communication skills and use these to motivate children to learn, foster their talents and make good progress. The role will involve working closely with the class teacher to support English and Maths therefore, GCSEs (or equivalent) in these subjects is necessary. Experience of working in Key Stage 2 is desirable.
This role will involve working with children with additional needs, therefore patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations is required. The candidate must have the ability to use active listening skills to understand the childrens' needs which will create the best conditions for learning and teaching new things. The role is very rewarding and seeing children achieve every day is the best part of this job.
Our children say that they are looking for someone who:
* has a good sense of humour
* is very good at multi-tasking
* is kind, helpful and respectful
* has good communication and can explain learning carefully
In return, we can offer the chance to work within a welcoming and supportive team with a full induction training plan. This role may suit a graduate with a long-term view to teacher training.
Rated 'Good' by OFSTED (2023), our friendly and supportive team of LSA's are committed to raising standards.
You will need:
* A good English and Maths skillset (GCSE / O Level Grade C or above)
* Resilience and flexibility
* Good communication skills
* A positive attitude
* The ability to use your initiative
* To be highly organised with good time management skills
* To be able to work as a member of a team
* To relate well to both adults and children
* Excellent behaviour management skills
* An understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding
Application Process
If you would like to come and visit our lovely school please contact our school office on the and our Head of School will delighted to show you around.
Application packs are available on our website. Completed application forms should be emailed to by noon on Friday 10th October 2025.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.