Job Introduction
Learning Support Assistant (Full-time Fixed Term)
Key Stage 2 (Year 5/6)
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: 8:30-3.00 Monday to Friday (Term-time only)
We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive and inclusive staff team from September 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within our Year 5/6 class, supporting children as they prepare for the transition to secondary school. The successful candidate will work alongside the class teacher to support learning across the curriculum, deliver targeted interventions for individuals and small groups, and help every child achieve their full potential.
We are looking for someone who can build positive relationships, inspire confidence and encourage independence, whilst helping to create a calm, purposeful and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the delivery of a broad and balanced Key Stage 2 curriculum.
- Work alongside the class teacher to support high-quality teaching and learning for all pupils.
- Deliver targeted interventions and provide support for individuals and small groups to help them make excellent progress.
- Adapt learning activities and resources to meet the needs of all learners, including those with additional SEND needs.
- Promote children's independence, resilience and confidence as they prepare for secondary education.
- Build positive, nurturing relationships with children, families and colleagues.
- Contribute to assessment, monitoring and record keeping.
- Support educational visits, enrichment activities and the wider life of the school.
- Promote the school's Christian ethos and values through daily interactions.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience of working with primary-aged children (Key Stage 2 experience is desirable).
- Has an understanding of how to support children with a range of learning needs, including SEND.
- Demonstrates patience, empathy and high expectations for every child.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Works collaboratively whilst showing initiative, flexibility and professionalism.
- Can motivate, encourage and inspire children to become confident, independent learners.
- Is committed to inclusion and ensuring every child achieves success.
For the right candidate, there may also be an opportunity to support our Forest School Lead in delivering weekly Forest School sessions and helping children develop confidence, resilience and independence through outdoor learning.
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 beautiful Dever Valley; a small, friendly church school at the heart of the village of Barton Stacey. We are part of The Dever Valley Federation alongside Micheldever C of E Primary School.
We are a successful Church of England (Controlled) Primary School with 109 children organised across four mixed-age classes. Our size gives us the warm, family feel that our children and families value. We know every child exceptionally well and believe that positive relationships are at the heart of successful learning.
Our Christian values of Love, Trust, Hope and Forgiveness underpin everything we do and shape our caring, inclusive school community.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, supportive and ambitious staff team where professional development is valued and everyone's contribution makes a genuine difference. You'll work with wonderful children who are enthusiastic, kind and eager to learn, within a school where relationships are at the heart of everything we do.
If you share our commitment to providing the very best education and care for every child, 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 midday on Monday 13th July. 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.
