Job Introduction
Learning Support Assistant (Maternity Cover)
Rachel Madocks School – Waterlooville, Hampshire (PO8 9XP)
Fixed Term Contract: 1st September 2025 – 31st August 2026
Salary: £17,090–£18,088 (Grade B/C, dependent on qualifications and experience)
Rachel Madocks School is seeking a dedicated and passionate Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive and dynamic team. This role is a maternity cover position, where you will work with students aged 2–19 with diverse learning, communication, and health needs. If you’re enthusiastic about supporting young people with SEND and making a meaningful difference in their lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
- A welcoming and inclusive school environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Rated a Good School (Ofsted, February 2023) – “School staff go above and beyond for the children.”
- Flexibility in working hours for the right candidate.
About the Role:
This role is 30 hours per week, term-time only, from 8:45am to 3:15pm Monday–Friday (including a 30-minute lunch break). There is some flexibility in hours for the right candidate, though a minimum of three days per week is required. The successful candidate will:
- Work across the breadth of the school, supporting pupils with complex needs.
- Be a valued member of a committed and friendly team.
Requirements:
We welcome applications from individuals with or without experience in SEND. A strong desire to work with children and support their development is essential. The ability to attend after-school meetings and essential training sessions is required.
How to Apply:
We strongly encourage you to visit the school before applying. To arrange a visit, please contact Clare Smy at 023 92 241 818 or via email at c.smy@rachelmadocks.hants.sch.uk.
Completed applications should be sent electronically to Clare Smy at c.smy@rachelmadocks.hants.sch.uk or posted to the school.
Important Information:
Rachel Madocks School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects 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.
Application Deadline: 20th May 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.
