Job Introduction
Closing date: 28th September 2026
Interview dates: 5th October 2026
Job start date: As soon as possible
Contract / hours: Part-time term time only (39 weeks LSA) (38 weeks Lunchtime supervisor)
Salary type: Support staff Grade B (LSA), Grade A (lunchtime supervisor), point level dependant on experience.
Location of role: The Butts Primary, Alton, Hampshire
Contact email address: b.parker-johnson@butts.hants.sch.uk
The Butts Primary School is looking for hard-working, passionate and dedicated adult to work alongside our friendly and supportive Early Years Foundation Stage (Year R), or Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 teams starting in October/November 2026.
At The Butts Primary School, we aim to secure outstanding outcomes for all of our pupils, and so are looking for a Learning Support Assistant who:
- has a passion for working with children, and helping them improve in character through developing their resilience and mindset as well as in qualification;
- is flexible, energetic, resilient, and committed to working with all children including those who may need higher levels of support in order to learn.
- values the importance of children learning in an outdoor environment during all seasons.
- has the creativity to design activities for the year group to encourage this and engage children.
- ideally has knowledge of phonics, although training can be provided.
- knows and is interested in how children learn.
- uses their initiative to bring the best out in children.
- knows the importance of keeping children safe.
- has high expectations for themselves and their pupils.
- is a team player, able to inspire and work in partnership with staff, parents, and pupils.
We can offer you
- Happy, motivated, and engaged children.
- A friendly, supportive, and welcoming team who are committed to achieving the best outcomes for our children and who look after each other
- An opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our children
- A broad range of professional development in a really supportive school
- Supportive parents and Governors
- A strong wellbeing focus for our staff and pupils.
- A recent Ofsted Inspected school (March 2025) with good outcomes in all areas.
Our Learning Support Assistants work in close partnership with class teachers and our Inclusion Leader (SENDCo) to promote learning for all children. Some experience of working on intervention programmes with individuals and small groups of children would be of benefit but not essential.
The hours of work are Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3.30pm (to include Lunchtime Supervisor duties).
Applicants should have:
- Previous experience of working or volunteering in a school or nursery setting with the knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
- English and Maths to GCSE Grade C
Previous experience in working in Early years would be advantageous but not essential.
Application procedure
If you are passionate about making a real difference to the educational experience of all children and you would like to join our team, please submit a completed application form to our Senior Admin Officer, Mrs Barbara Parker-Johnson at b.parker-johnson@butts.hants.sch.uk. Visits to the school are actively encouraged and our Headteacher, Mrs Woodhouse, would be very happy to show you around. Please contact Mrs Parker-Johnson in the school office if you would like to arrange an appointment.
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.
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