Learning Support Assistant

• East Bergholt CEVC Primary School
• Address: School Lane, East Bergholt CO7 6SW
• Salary: £24,796 - £25,185 pro rata
• Hours: Part time, 12.15 pm to 3.20 pm, Monday to Friday (4 days)
• Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2027, required from 1 September 2026
• Reference: 5172

East Bergholt CEVC Primary School are seeking a Learning Support Assistant (LSA).

Make a real difference every day, join a school where every child is truly known and valued.

At East Bergholt CEVC Primary School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to flourish in a nurturing, inclusive, and inspiring environment and our staff are at the heart of making that happen.

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and proactive Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our team for four days per week (12.15 pm to 3.20 pm fixed term 31/08/2027). This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and development and who wants to play a key role in helping all pupils achieve their full potential.

This role will include a lunchtime duty.

East Bergholt CEVC Primary School is a welcoming and caring Church of England school at the heart of the village community. Our Christian values of perseverance, courage, trust, truthfulness, generosity, compassion, forgiveness, service, respect, justice, and thankfulness underpin all that we do.

We are proud of our warm, inclusive ethos where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to thrive. Our staff team is dedicated, supportive, and committed to providing high-quality learning experiences that inspire curiosity and a love of learning.

We are also committed to staff development and wellbeing. Whether you are at the start of your career or looking to build on your experience, you will find a culture of encouragement, collaboration, and professional growth.

• work closely with class teachers and the SENCo to support pupils with a range of needs
• provide targeted support to individuals or small groups, helping to deliver interventions and adapted learning
• build positive relationships with pupils to develop confidence, engagement, and independence
• support the creation of a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• contribute to assessment and progress monitoring through observations and feedback

• is proactive and takes initiative in supporting learning
• has a strong work ethic and is committed, reliable, and willing to contribute fully to school life
• has a positive, nurturing approach with children of all abilities and backgrounds
• demonstrates excellent communication and teamwork skills
• is patient, flexible, and resilient, with a good sense of humour
• is committed to inclusion and believes in every child’s potential
• is keen to grow and develop professionally as part of a supportive team
• has appropriate literacy and mathematics qualifications (or equivalent)

Experience working in schools or with children with additional needs is desirable but not essential, training will be provided for the right candidate.

Closing date: 12 pm, 29 June 2026.

Interview date: 6 July 2026.

East Bergholt CEVC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks.