Primary - Learning Support Assistant

• Position: Learning Support Assistant • Contract: Permanent • Hours: Part Time, Term Time Only (8:30am to 1:00pm, Monday to Friday) • Salary: Hampshire Grade C, Scale Points 1 to 5 • Start Date: September 2026 Join a Welcoming Hampshire Infant School A well-established and highly regarded Infant School in Hampshire is seeking to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join its supportive team from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a nurturing and inclusive school environment where children are encouraged to achieve their full potential and develop a lifelong love of learning. About the School The school is a welcoming and inclusive infant setting where children are at the heart of everything it does. Recent Ofsted feedback highlighted a number of strengths, including: • "Pupils love coming to this happy and inclusive school." • Staff are recognised for the care and support they provide to pupils every day. • Pupils behave well and demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning. • Leaders and staff have established a culture that is highly conducive to learning. • Phonics teaching is embedded and pupils learn to read well. • Children with additional needs are supported effectively and make positive progress. • Safeguarding standards were found to be fully met, with a strong safeguarding culture evident throughout the school. Please note: Mainstream infant schools are inspected by Ofsted rather than the CQC. The Role The successful candidate will: • Support pupils within the classroom, individually and in small groups. • Provide learning support to help children access the curriculum. • Encourage children's confidence, independence and social development. • Work closely with teachers and other support staff. • Assist with the emotional, behavioural and educational needs of pupils. • Promote a safe, positive and engaging learning environment. The Ideal Candidate Will: • Be passionate about supporting young children. • Have experience working with children within a school, childcare or similar setting. • Be patient, caring and supportive. • Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Be able to work effectively as part of a team. • Demonstrate flexibility, commitment and a positive attitude. What the School Offers • A permanent role within a well-established Hampshire infant school. • A friendly and supportive staff team. • Opportunities for professional development and training. • A positive and inclusive working environment. • The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's educational development and wellbeing. Start Date September 2026 If you are a caring, enthusiastic and committed individual who is passionate about supporting young learners, we would love to hear from you.