Job Introduction
We are a small school with big opportunities! Icknield is an Outstanding special school for pupils with severe learning difficulties aged 3-19 years. However, the true beauty of our school is that we are a small site and everyone here is part of the close knit ‘Icknield Family’. We all know all of our children, each other and every individual in our family is valued and cared for.
Teaching and Learning takes place in small class groups with a high level of support and a well-differentiated curriculum to meet individual needs.
We are looking to recruit a conscientious, enthusiastic and energetic learning support assistant, who is resourceful, motivated and can inspire our pupils. You will require:
- basic literacy and numeracy skills
- be empathetic to pupil needs
- be professionally discreet and respect confidentiality
- have good interpersonal skills and a sense of humour
- be a good team worker with a positive outlook
Visits to the school are welcome and encouraged.
PLEASE NOTE: The hours are 8.45am to 3.15pm, 30 hours per week, term-time only. There is no option, on this occasion, to work for less than these times.
Please email Sarah Greenwood, sarah.greenwood@icknield.hants.sch.uk for an application pack, or use the application form attached to this advert. Applications can only be made by completing and emailing an application form. Advert closes at 5pm, Tuesday 30th June 2026, however, we reserve the right to review applications and interview before the stated closing date.
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.
