Learning Support Assistant

4 days ago

Woodbridge, Suffolk, United Kingdom Suffolk Jobs Direct Full time
Description
  • Melton Primary School 
  • Address: Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 1PG
  • Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 pro rata
  • Hours: 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time only)
  • Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible 
  • Reference: 8243

Due to an increase in pupil numbers, Melton Primary School are looking to appoint a positive, adaptable Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive team. We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting the development of children, to work one-to-one or in small groups with children across our school. This role is suited to current Learning Support Assistants, HLTAs, Early Years Practitioners or qualified teachers taking a career break. 

You will:

  • have excellent communication skills and use these to build strong relationships with children

  • be able to use your own initiative as well as to work as part of a team

  • have strong inter-personal skills including the ability to use judgement and common sense 

  • support children in fulfilling their academic potential but recognise that school is about much more than that

  • value the professional relationships you build with children

  • have a calm and patient approach

  • enjoy learning and be able to share your enthusiasm with children

  • value our children in their richness and diversity.

We will offer you:

  • a 'good' school

  • "pupils (who) behave well (and) are thoughtful and considerate of others" (Ofsted, 2021)

  • "enthusiastic learners" (Ofsted, 2021)

  • ongoing training and a supportive attitude towards career development

  • an embedded curriculum, focusing on knowledge, skills, active learning and mental health

  • a positive reputation within the local community

  • a dedicated SENDCo and Inclusion Team

  • a committed, appreciative and skilled governing body

  • a strong school leadership team and highly trained, reflective staff who embrace innovation and share best practice

  • rigorous processes to promote safety and wellbeing of all children and staff

  • a wellbeing scheme for all staff.

Number on Roll: 165 (including a full-time nursery).

  To find out more

Please read the Job Description (word) and Application Guidance (word) 

You are warmly encouraged to visit the school. Visits can be arranged by emailing our co-headteachers, Mrs Richardson and Mrs Mann on  

Get a flavour of our fabulous school through our Facebook Page 'Melton Primary School and Nursery'. 

Learn about our Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) Platinum Award Top marks awarded to Melton Primary playground project - BBC News
 

How to apply

Please complete the Application Form (word) and email to 

  Closing date: 9 am, 9 January 2026. Interview date: 12 January 2026.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. It is also subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and children's barred list check. Our commitment to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks which are in place across the school.

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