Job Introduction
1:1 Learning Support Assistant Vacancy
Part time / Fixed Term 1:1 Learning Support Assistant role in Year R
Salary - £12.97 per hour, 27.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday
Temporary Post for duration of child’s EHCP
We are a small, friendly and welcoming school and are looking to appoint to our committed and supportive team a temporary part time Learning Support Assistant who is passionate about making a difference to children’s lives, especially those with complex needs. We are looking for someone who is flexible in their approach to work across Year R and who has a positive ‘can do’ attitude. The successful candidate will be working in Year R, supporting a group of children with SEND and/or an EHCP. Their role will be sometimes 1:1 or small group support. You will help ensure the children are able to enjoy school and to feel successful, building a firm foundation for the future. You will support the children’s learning and access to the curriculum under the guidance of our class teams and SENDCO, working closely with outside agencies and will involve not only building a positive relationship with the children and class team, but also communicating effectively with the children’s families. At Rowner, we believe that both parents and carers are vital partners in their children’s learning.
We are looking for someone who:
· Preferably has experience of working with children in a school setting, including children with a range of SEND and/or an EHCP
· Has a good level of English and Maths
· Has a good level of spoken English and excellent communication skills
· Ideally has some knowledge of the EYFS curriculum
· Has high expectations of achievement and behaviour for all children
· Has the compassion, commitment and patience to support pupils with a range of abilities
· Is able to think creatively and adapt learning to motivate and meet the needs of all pupils
· Is able to support the pastoral needs of pupils and possess nurturing skills and the ability to be able to be supportive of the development of the child’s social and self-help skills
· Is a team player who can demonstrate good interpersonal skills and has a willingness to learn from the class team
· Is committed to high standards of personal and professional development
· Is able to follow procedures, work flexibly, independently and under own initiative
· Good sense of humour and is enthusiastic
· The ability to work successfully as part of a teaching team in supporting children’s learning in a school setting will be essential.
· Has a clear understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding
We can offer you:
· Happy, excited, polite and motivated children who are keen to learn
· A strong, supportive and enthusiastic team of committed staff
· A nurturing, inclusive and caring ethos
· A wonderful setting in which to work
· Varied experiences - no 2 days will ever be the same!
We welcome applications from a wide variety of experience, including candidates who are looking for school experience whilst planning their ‘next step’.
Please refer to the person specification for guidance.
Closing date for applications by 12 noon on Monday 2nd November 2026.
If you are invited for interview you will hear from us by Tuesday 3rd November 2026
If you are successful in your application, interviews will take place on Monday 9th November.
For an application form and information pack or to arrange a visit to our school please email Emma Chamberlain at e.chamberlain@rowner-inf.hants.sch.uk. Please note we do not accept CVs.
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.
