Job Introduction
Position: Learning Support Assistant 1:1 and Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant (2 Positions Available)
Closing Date: Wednesday 15th July 2026
Type of Contract: Fixed Term Contract until 31/08/2027
Hours: LSA: 30 hours per week (term time only plus 1 week), Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant: 2.5 hours per week (term time only)
Grade: B3
Salary: Actual Salary £18,367 (FTE £25,128)
Pinewood Infant School is a vibrant, supportive and inclusive, one form entry school based in a modern, well-resourced building, with spacious teaching areas and school grounds which are surrounded by pine trees from which the school takes its name. We have two resource provisions: one for SCLN and one for Autism. We are part of a federation with Guillemont Junior School, providing additional opportunities.
We are looking for two enthusiastic, caring, and flexible learning support assistants (LSAs) with good communication skills to join our dedicated and hardworking team.
Starting in September 2026, you will be working on a 1:1 basis with a child within our resourced provision for children with Speech, Language, and Communication needs. The successful candidates will be able to ensure that a child is supported on a 1:1 basis in their education, facilitating their inclusion within the classroom and delivering specific, targeted interventions. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with the class teacher to ensure the student can thrive alongside their peers while also supporting other children in the class.
The successful candidates will be expected to:
- Have some experience of working with children, (special needs experience is desirable but not essential).
- Demonstrate good literacy and numeracy skills, (GCSE Grades A-C in Maths & English).
- Implement learning activities to enable the children to have access to the planned curriculum.
- Help the children to develop social skills and appropriate interactions with peers.
- Have a willingness to learn new skills.
- Have the ability to support the development of the children's social and self-help skills.
- Use a variety of positive behaviour management strategies under guidance of the teachers.
- Work closely with and be accountable to the class teacher, who will give guidance on the nature and extent of the support and supervision.
- Undertake 30 minutes supervision of children at lunchtimes as directed.
- Plan and review regularly with the class teacher.
- Meet regularly with the inclusion manager, SENDCo and RP teachers and contribute to children’s Learning Plans.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has passion, enthusiasm, patience and a positive outlook.
- Is motivated to support and help the learning of children with special needs.
- Can be professionally discrete and able to respect confidentiality.
- Has the ability to think on their feet and be highly effective at using their initiative.
In return, we will support your professional development and of course, you will have the chance to work with our highly motivated and friendly staff team, as well as our fantastically hardworking children.
Please apply early as the school reserve the right to interview on receipt of application.
Application Procedure
Closing date: 15.07.2026
For further information and an application form please contact the school on 01252 666846 or email Nicola Pearson, Administrative Officer, on: recruitment@pags.co.uk
Safer Recruitment
Pinewood Infant School and Hampshire County Council 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.
