Learning Support Assistant; LSA

Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled, dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our team at Martlesham Primary Academy. You need to be committed to providing children with exceptional learning opportunities in a fun and caring environment, committed to teamwork, have a can-do attitude with a good sense of humor and be prepared to go that extra mile.

Providing class support, you should be experienced in working with children and adapting and extending learning within a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment. Working with the class teacher, you will be responsible for providing excellent learning opportunities for all which may require structured small group or 1:1 activities to ensure the curriculum is accessed by all. You should have experience of delivering whole class learning and an ability to bring learning to life so that children have practical hands on learning experiences that foster a real love of learning.

• Provide class support and adapt/extend learning within a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment.
• Work with the class teacher to deliver structured small group or 1:1 activities to support the curriculum.
• Deliver whole class learning and create practical, hands-on learning experiences that foster a love of learning.

• Highly motivated with consistently high expectations.
• Nurtures a thirst for knowledge and a love of learning in all pupils.
• Committed to raising standards and achieving excellence for all.
• Committed member of the school team with high levels of organisation, proactivity and positivity.
• Passionate about driving up standards and improving outcomes for all pupils.
• Able to demonstrate good behaviour management.

For further information about the role, visits to the school are encouraged by appointment. To book a visit or for an informal discussion, please contact the school office.

Join REAch2 Academy Trust, one of the UK's largest primary academy trusts, with a mission to unlock the potential of every child, regardless of their background. Here’s why joining our team can be an exciting and fulfilling career choice:

• Excellence & Development:
  We prioritise high standards and offer extensive professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Supportive & Collaborative:
  Be part of a strong, collaborative community of over 60 schools where every voice is valued, and best practices are shared.
• Well-being Focus:
  We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer robust well-being support for all staff.
• Diversity & Inclusion:
  We celebrate diversity and believe that varied perspectives strengthen our schools.
• Innovation & Impact:
  Bring creativity to the classroom and make a real difference in children’s lives.
• Making a difference:
  You’ll be helping to shape the lives of young learners, making a meaningful impact on communities and future generations.

Join us to grow your career, collaborate with passionate educators, and make a lasting impact on future generations.

• Generous Annual Leave: healthy work-life balance.
• Professional Development:
  Access diverse CPD and training opportunities to grow your skills.
• Flexible & Family-Friendly:
  We are committed to supporting flexible working and requests will be considered on an individual basis, including options such as part time, term-time, home working, and other options that work for both the employee and the Trust.
• Exclusive Discounts:
  Benefit from Blue Light Card offers and employee perks.
• Well-being Support:
  Receive comprehensive well-being and employee assistance for you and your family.

Join REAch2 for a rewarding career with great benefits!

We safeguard pupils and promote their welfare as a core responsibility for all staff, in line with current legislation and policy. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for successful candidates, including a Children's Barred List check if the role meets the criteria for regulated activity. Further information about safer recruitment is available in our Safer Recruitment Policy and Privacy Notice for Job Applications.