Job Introduction
Learning Support Assistant (Part-Time)
1:1 SEND Support – Early Years / Key Stage 1
Start Date: September 2026
We are seeking a caring, patient and committed Learning Support Assistant to join our staff team from September 2026.
This part-time role will involve providing dedicated 1:1 support for a child with additional SEND needs within our Early Years / Key Stage 1 provision. The successful candidate will play an important role in helping the child access learning, develop confidence and experience success as part of our inclusive school community.
We are looking for someone who understands the importance of building trusting relationships and adapting support to meet individual needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide personalised 1:1 support throughout the school day.
- Support the child to access classroom learning and wider school experiences.
- Work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and external professionals where appropriate.
- Encourage independence, communication and engagement.
- Monitor progress and contribute to support records.
- Build positive relationships with families and colleagues.
- Promote the school’s Christian ethos and values.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with children with additional needs (desirable).
- Is calm, patient and nurturing.
- Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Can follow guidance whilst responding flexibly to changing needs.
- Is committed to inclusive practice and helping children flourish
Hours: Part time hours to fit with the needs of the child. This will be discussed further at interview but we anticipate this being half days initially.
Contract type: Fixed term contract whilst the child is in our setting.
Salary: Grade B or C depending on experience
Why Join Barton Stacey C of E Primary School?
Barton Stacey Church of England Primary School lies in the Dever Valley; a small, friendly church school in the heart of the village of Barton Stacey. We are part of The Dever Valley Federation along with Micheldever C of E Primary School.
We are a successful Church of England (Controlled) Primary School with 109 children, organised over four mixed-age classes. This helps to give our school the warm, friendly, family-feel that our families value. We know our children extremely well and treat them with respect as unique individuals. As a small school, we are able to provide our children with a caring and nurturing environment with a strong Christian ethos.
Our Christian values of Love, Trust, Hope and Forgiveness are central to daily life in our school. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and inclusive staff team of friendly, dedicated professionals, with opportunities for professional development in a school full of amazing children. If you share our commitment to providing the best possible education and care for our children, we would love to hear from you.
Further information about the school can be found on our website and within our Ofsted report.
How to Apply:
Please complete the application form and return it to adminoffice@bartonstacey.hants.sch.uk by 15th June 2026. For informal enquiries or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact adminoffice@bartonstacey.hants.sch.uk
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.
