Learning Partner

Salary

Salary:
Grade JG4, SCP 7-11 (£26,403-£28,142) FTE Actual Salary: £24,588 -£26,257 pa

30.42

Part Time

Support Staff - Educational

Teaching Assistant

23/02/2026

LSP-S078

Hours:

30.42 8.40am - 3.20pm Mon-Fri (includes 30 mins cover over lunchtimes) Term Time Only, plus Inset days

Contract:

1 Year Fixed Term

Salary:
Grade JG4, SCP 7-11 (£26,403-£28,142) FTE

Actual Salary: £24,588 -£26,257 pa

We are looking for an enthusiastic Learning Partner (Teaching and Learning Support) to join our friendly team, working throughout the whole primary phase.

The role is to work flexibly as part of a team, under the direction of class teachers or the SENDCo to provide teaching and learning support to pupils, teachers and the wider school community.

• A flexible team player who is positive, passionate about their job and a problem solver
• Someone that can develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with pupils, the staff team and parents
• A committed person confident in working with the class teacher to support/develop learning of individual pupils, groups or the whole class
• Someone that can use their own initiative
• A person with a good sense of humour
• Someone who can demonstrate strong behaviour management
• A person who is self-motivated, creative and flexible

• A truly inclusive school where every member of the school community really matters
• A strong, collaborative culture of hard-working, dedicated staff who support one another
• Skilled and enthusiastic staff that are committed to further developing their practice
• Caring and respectful pupils who are proud of their school and work with independence and enthusiasm
• An opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our children and their families
  
  A commitment to CPD opportunities
• Warm relationships with the local community, supportive Governors, parents and other stakeholders

Portishead Primary School is a large welcoming primary school located on the Marina in Portishead. We have wonderful bright classrooms, an inviting outdoor environment and an experienced friendly team.

We encourage you to browse our website to obtain more information about Portishead Primary.

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP) is a Multi-Academy Trust which has experienced rapid growth since it started in 2016. There are currently 34 schools in the Trust.

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership is cross-phase and includes Infant, Junior, Primary and Secondary schools. The Trust is a mixed MAT and includes both non-denominational and Church of England schools.

We encourage you to browse our website for more information about the Trust:
Lighthouse Schools Partnership - Home

Closing Date: 9 March 2026

Interview Date: 14 March 2026

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership and Portishead Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in our community to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.

We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups.