Learning Support Assistant CONTRACT TYPE: Fixed Term- until end June 2027 CONTRACT DURATION: 2026/27 School Year. STATUS: up to 27.5 hours per week. Fewer hours may be available. GRADE SCALE: NJC POINT 11-14 £14.99 - £15.73 (pro rata based on weeks and hours worked). INTERVIEW DATE: Interviews planned for Thursday 4th June 2026 RESPONSIBLE TO: Learning Support Corodinator PERSONAL SPECIFICATION Personal Qualities High motivation Prepared to be committed to the ethos and values of Rainey Endowed School Confidentiality is of utmost importance A caring and sensitive nature A reasonable level of physical fitness Skills Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing Organisation and planning Ability to use Information Technology effectively Interpersonal skills required to form and maintain effective working relationships with the staff, pupils and parents of the pupil Ability to work under own initiative and to see any work set through to completion The ability to work in harmony with other members of staff Essential Criteria 5 GCSE/O Levels or equivalent at Grades AC (including English and Mathematics) or equivalent A willingness to complete a Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching & Learning in Schools (or equivalent) Desirable Criteria An approved Child Care qualification Two years’ relevant paid experience working with a pupil with Special Educational Needs Paid experience of working with children/vulnerable adults For further information and to submit your application, click the apply icon. Completed applications must be returned by 10am on Friday 29th May 2026.