Learning Support Assistant

Job Title:

Learning Support Assistant

E-ACT Chalfont Valley Academy | Ready, Resilient, Respectful, Responsible

At E-ACT Chalfont Valley Academy, we cultivate readiness, resilience, respect, and responsibility. Our approach prepares students for academic success and life’s challenges with confidence and integrity.

We are looking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our friendly and supportive team at Chalfont Primary School.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils’ learning and development, working closely with teachers to create an inclusive and engaging classroom environment. You will provide one‑to‑one and small group support, ensuring all children can access the curriculum and reach their full potential.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis during the advertising period. Early applications are encouraged, as we may close the vacancy before the advertised closing date if we receive sufficient suitable applications.

• Support pupils in class under the direction of the teacher
• Assist children with additional learning needs, including SEND
• Deliver targeted interventions and support programme's
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Support pupils’ social and emotional development
• Assist with classroom preparation and resources

Pay range: SCP 3 - 5 £ 22,688.19 - £23,380.38 (Includes Fringe Allowance) 37 hours, 39 weeks per year

FTE: £25,796.00 - £26,583.00

• Experience working with children (preferably in a school or educational setting)
• Good literacy and numeracy skills (minimum GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent)
• Teaching Assistant Qualification
• Ability to support children with additional needs (SEND) with patience and understanding
• Teamwork and organisational skills, including the ability to follow instructions and use initiative

Financial and Lifestyle We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year‑round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high‑quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9‑point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part‑time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing Our people‑first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.