Learning Support Assistant

Location: West of England

## Learning Support Assistant###
* Learning Support Assistant Fast Apply# Learning Support Assistant Employer Location :
Weston-super-Mare, Bristol Contract Type:
Fixed term contract

Hours:

Full Time Contract Length: 9 months

Salary: £26,427

Posted: 21st October 2026

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible Expires: 6th November 2026 11:59 PM Contract Type:
Fixed term contract

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible Job  Date:
As Soon As Possible
* Contract Type:

Fixed term contract
* Contract Length: 9 months
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** Make a real difference in education
** Formal qualifications help, but they're not essential. What matters most is your mindset:
** You will:
** Be proactive, energetic, and committed to engaging pupils.

Able to inspire confidence and independence.

Calm, patient, and sensitive, providing comfort when children are upset.

Enthusiastic about creating a positive, inclusive learning environment.

While previous school experience is desirable, we also welcome applications from candidates who have personal experience supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities.

Location:

Windwhistle Primary School, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset Closing date: 6 November 2026

Interview date: 13 November 2026

Start date:

7 December 2026

Contract:

27 hours 30 minutes per week Monday to Friday, term-time only plus INSET days. Fixed term contract until 31 August 2027, extension opportunities available, subject to funding.

Actual salary: £17,117.01 - £18,895.56
** About the role
** Provide 1:1 support and work with small groups as well as whole class support within key-stage
2.Support pupils across all year groups

Windwhistle Primary School supports children's achievement by building their self-confidence.

We offer a happy, safe environment that nurtures children from 3 - 11 years old and supports all in our school community. We have extensive grounds that the children can access for learning and play.

We are very well-resourced with excellent professional development opportunities and our staff benefit from support and development through the wider network of schools in ELAN.
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* What we offer:

** Above-average pension contributions

Five paid carer's days Commitment to diversity and inclusion where everyone is valued and respected - we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

Professional development opportunities and clear career pathways

Join us and help shape a supportive environment where pupils and staff thrive together. Apply today and start making a difference!
** This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
** Safeguarding Statement Windwhistle Primary School is part of Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. We will be undertaking an appropriate online search for shortlisted candidates. It is an offence to apply for a role that requires regulated activity if you are barred from doing so.

Any concerns will be reported immediately to the appropriate body. Our safeguarding policy is available on the school website.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:

Windwhistle Primary School is part of Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. We will be undertaking an appropriate online search for shortlisted candidates. It is an offence to apply for a role that requires regulated activity if you are barred from doing so.

Any concerns will be reported immediately to the appropriate body. Our safeguarding policy is available on the school website.### Windwhistle Primary School Part of### Extend Learning Academies Network