Job Introduction
Weeke Primary School
Learning Support Assistant
Closing Date: Wednesday 15th July 2026
Interview date: Tuesday 21 July 2026
Job Start Date: September 2026
Contract/Hours: Fixed term for 1 year to 31 August 2027
Salary Type: EHCC / Support Staff
Salary Details: C grade £25,186-£26,244 (Pro-rata)
Hours of Work: Full Time 8.30am – 3.30pm term time only.
Location of Role: Weeke Primary School
Contact e-mail address: k.clayton@weeke.hants.sch.uk
Job/Person Summary
Children are at the heart of what we do at Weeke Primary School. Weeke is a vibrant and popular school where children enjoy a rich and diverse range of experiences and achieve well in a caring and respectful environment.
We are seeking to appoint an excellent, committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant, who is able to support and contribute to our high expectations of learning and behaviour. Learning Support Assistants at Weeke are highly valued and play a key role in ensuring our children’s success. You will work under the guidance and planning of the class teacher and SENCO often supporting a child in a 1:1 capacity but also working within the classroom and with small groups.
This role includes a 1-hour role of Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant, where you will support our children in the dining hall and outside. There is also the option to work in our wrap around care provision as part of our after school club team.
We are looking for someone to start in September 2026.
The successful candidate will:
Enthuse and inspire children to learn
Be committed to working with children, responding to their needs intuitively and sensitively
Have high expectations and a calm, positive attitude
Be an excellent team player and be able to work independently and with initiative
Be prepared to share expertise and learn from others
Be professional, organised, patient and understanding
Have GCSE Grade C English and maths or equivalent
Understand confidentiality and safeguarding procedures
Essential requirements for this post include:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to relate well to children, parents and staff
Experience in early years is advantageous but not essential.
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and warmly welcomed. For further information and an application pack, please contact Katie Clayton, School Business Manager on 01962 882710 or k.clayton@weeke.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.