Job Introduction
Learning Support Assistant (working 1 to 1 with children with SEND)
Required for September 2026.
This role will involve supporting individual children (with EHCPs), and also at times supporting group work as a class LSA.
Permanent contract
Mondays - Fridays (8.45am – 3.15pm) – 30 hours per week
Grade C post
We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate and hard-working people to join our dedicated team.
We are looking for applicants who ideally have recent experience of working in schools or preschools, and with children with Special Educational Needs.
The successful applicant will be fully focused on and committed to the welfare, learning and growth of the children. They will have excellent interpersonal skills, will be approachable, calm and understanding and have high levels of integrity. They will also be well organised and systematic, yet adaptable and flexible.
This is an opportunity for applicants who are keen to develop their experience and skills in working with children with SEND in a school setting. Ongoing professional development will be provided within a supportive and nurturing team.
The main duties will include:
- Working as a member of the whole school team in promoting and modelling the Values, Vision and expectations of the school
- Working in partnership with the teacher to foster effective participation of pupils in all aspects of school life
- Working with individuals, group sand classes of pupils to assist them in their learning
- Working in partnership with teachers in implementing lessons, learning activities and interventions
- Providing feedback to both pupils and other staff
- Midday Supervisor role each lunchtime
Cornerstone Church of England Primary School relocated to a brand-new, purpose-built school on a 9-acre site in September 2021.
Our children are highly engaged, keen to learn, enjoy all aspects of school life, are well-mannered and considerate of others. The staff team are positive and dedicated to the learning, growth and welfare of our pupils. Parents and governors are supportive and engaged with the school. You can see these positive partnerships through our Facebook page and on our website.
The headteacher, deputy headteacher and SENDCo are very happy to have conversations with anyone interested in finding out more about these roles and visits to the school will be warmly welcomed and are available on the following dates / times:
- Monday 18 May (4pm)
- Wednesday 20 May (9.30am)
🔗 Please click on this link to book a visit: LSA June 2026 tours
Application forms are available on the school’s website:
http://cornerstoneprimary.hants.sch.uk/school-information/staff-vacancies/
Please contact the school office (01489 660750) or email adminoffice@cornerstoneprimary.hants.sch.uk for further details.
Closing Date: Friday 5 June 2026 (noon)
Interviews: Thursday 11 June 2026
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.
