Learning Support Assistant

Measham; Measham; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Measham is seeking a Learning Support Assistant on a fixed term contract for 30 hours per week. The role includes supporting teaching and learning for individual pupils and small groups, with a focus on social and emotional needs. Candidates require GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent, and a Teaching Assistant Qualification is desirable. This inclusive environment values diversity and is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Qualifications

• Empathy with young people is essential.
• GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths and English or equivalent required.
• A Teaching Assistant Qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning with individual pupils.
• Work in classes and small groups.
• Support children’s social and emotional needs.

Skills

Empathy with young people

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team

Ability to follow direction

Using initiative

Education

GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths and English

Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

* Learning Support AssistantNEWFast Apply# Learning Support AssistantEmployerLocation: Measham, LeicestershireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: until 19.08.26Salary: Grade 5 PP7 (pro rata £17,481.00 - £18,156.00)Posted: 6th February 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 23rd February 2026 11:00 AMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1533375Job Reference: Fixed Term 30 hoursStart Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Fixed term contract* Contract Length: until 19.08.26* Job ID: 1533375* Share :**Measham CofE Primary School****Learning Support Assistant****Fixed Term contract 30 hours per week until 19.08.26****Pay Grade 5****Salary per annum £25,191.00 to £25,590.00 (pro rata £17,481.00 - £18,156.00)**An exciting opportunity has become available at Measham Primary School part of Rise Multi Academy Trust.The post will provide support for teaching and learning and will include predominantly close working with individual pupils alongside working in classes and small groups. The role includes supporting children’s social and emotional needs. You may also deliver individualized programmes of support to children to develop their emotional literacy. The ability and willingness to work throughout school from Pre-School to Year 6’s is essential.Full job description is available.A successful candidate will require GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths and English or equivalent and a Teaching Assistant Qualification is desirable. We are looking for someone who demonstrates empathy with young people and can also demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team and individually using good interpersonal skills. Must be able to follow direction well as well as using initiative to support learning.If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or the application process, please contact the office on O1530 271019.Close Date: Monday 23rd February 2026Interview Date: TBCRise Multi Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality, valuing diversity and creating a scandalously inclusive Trust. We are determined to ensure all our stakeholders flourish and succeed. We aim to foster a culture where all are valued and respected. We acknowledge and celebrate all protected characteristics. We endeavour to remove all barriers to learning and participation. Our ED&I Policy and objectives are integral to all that we do. Our vision for ED&I is simple, we aim to create an environment where everyone has a seat at the table, where everyone has a voice and where everyone belongs.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory enhanced level DBS disclosure with a children’s barred list check, two satisfactory references (these will be requested if you are shortlisted) and successful completion of vetting.Rise Multi Academy Trust is a Disability Confident employer and are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and candidates with a disability who meet the essential job criteria will be given an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Our school is committed to Safeguarding and Pupil’s welfare: references and background checks will be made and the successful candidate will need to have a clean enhanced DBS disclosure.### Measham C of E Primary School