Temporary Learning Support Assistant (Teaching Assistant)

Job details

• Job title: Temporary Learning Support Assistant (Teaching Assistant)
• Reference:
• Date posted: 05/06/2026
• Application closing date: 26/06/2026
• Salary Grade: E £27,694 - £29,540 a year
• Working Pattern: Blank
• Contractual hours: Blank
• Basis: Blank
• Job category/type: School Support

Location: Ashgate Primary School

Hours: 08:30 - 12:15pm, 5 mornings = 18hrs 45mins a week

Contract type: Temporary for 1 year to start from September 2026

Role overview

Ashgate Primary School is looking to employ two Learning Support Assistant (Teaching Assistants) to provide additional high quality support for pupils and teachers. The successful candidate will support children predominantly in Key Stage 2, although LSAs are expected to work across all age phases according to need.

Responsibilities

Provide high quality support for pupils and teachers, contributing to high quality, inspiring, and innovative experiences for all children. Work across all age phases as required, and help elevate outcomes for all students by bringing high energy and creativity to the role.

Qualifications and experience

Enthusiastic professional with relevant qualifications and/or experience working with children, a lifelong love for learning, and a deep desire to champion equity and joy in education. The successful candidate will possess the personal determination, drive, and ambition needed to elevate outcomes for all children.

Safeguarding

Due to the post having access to children, candidates will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Baring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Applicants are encouraged to be familiar with the school's safeguarding policy and its requirements.

Availability

This position is available from September 2026.