Job Introduction
We have an exciting opportunity for an LSA to join our supportive school team.
This will be for 26 hours per week; timings to be agreed by candidate and year team based on the year group needs.
The role will be working as a Learning Support Assistant. We use a team approach and so this role may involve working 1:1 with specific children with an EHCP, whole class and group support under the direction of the class teacher and year leader.
Are you looking to work within a supportive and enthusiastic team who have the children’s interests at the heart of all they do? We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with young children, is cheerful and patient, and is excited to really make a difference to children's education.
You will have the opportunity to work within a creative and dedicated team. Previous experience is desirable, and further professional development opportunities will be available.
We are looking for somebody who:
- Actively listens to children's ideas and adapts learning to match their needs and interests
- Enjoys getting involved in children's play
- Has the children’s needs at the heart of all they do
- Is flexible
- Is able to use their own initiative
- Can work as part of a team
- Is happy to think creatively to adapt to the needs of the children
- Is a good communicator and is happy to give and receive feedback
- Is positive, warm and friendly
We can offer you:
- A carefully organised and inviting environment
- A supportive and forward thinking team
- A Federation that will help you grow professionally and look to support with CPD needs
- Fantastic children who make us want to come to work every day
- A supportive community
- An inclusive Attachment and Trauma accredited setting
- A Federation that cares about and supports wellbeing
Visits to the school warmly welcomed
Fixed term for one year up until August 31st 2027
These roles have the possibility of extension dependant on need.
Start date: September 1st 2026
Closing date: Friday 3rd July 2026 12pm Noon
Interview date: Monday 6th July 2026
Salary: Grade B
Application Procedure
Application forms are available from either the Hampshire County Council webpage or contacting Mrs Julie Baker 02392 580808 or j.baker@elsongomer-inf.co.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.
