Learning Support Assistant - Class Based - Full-time/Part-time

Are you passionate about making a difference in children’s lives? Do you have the skills to support young learners, helping them to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential?

At Downsview Community Primary School, we are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our vibrant team. In this role, you will work closely with teachers to provide tailored support to pupils, particularly those with additional needs, in a welcoming and inclusive school environment.

What you’ll do:

• Work 1:1 or with small groups of children to support learning, engagement, and development.

• Assist in the planning and delivery of lessons, ensuring every child can access the curriculum.

• Help manage classroom behaviour and promote a positive learning atmosphere.

• Provide emotional and social support to children, fostering their personal growth and wellbeing., Downsview Community Primary School is an open, inclusive and welcoming school set in a semi-rural location in Swanley. We are a one form entry school with classes from Reception to Year 6. We are fortunate to be set in extensive grounds with lots of opportunities for outdoor learning and recreation.

We aim to provide the pupils in our care with learning, experiences and memories that will last a lifetime. Pupil and staff well-being is an ever-present priority for us. All children are given the support and care that they need to be successful, and all staff are encouraged to develop their roles through professional development opportunities.

All that we do is underpinned by our Downsview Values of Respect, Integrity, Kindness, Inclusivity, Aspiration and Resilience. These values equip our pupils with the skills, knowledge and mindset needed to be successful in an ever-changing world.

We are an outward looking school that seeks to have a positive impact on our local community through building positive relationships with parents, carers and the local community. We aspire to support all members of the school community in order to create a positive environment in which our pupils can flourish.

Contract: Fixed Term contract until July 2025

Hours: 26 hours per week (8:30am – 3:30pm, Tuesday to Friday, but room for change)

Pay: Kent Range 3 (KR3)

If you’re looking for a role where you can inspire, nurture, and help children succeed, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Contact Information

• Name:Tom Gale

• Address:Beech Avenue, Swanley, Kent, BR8 8AU

• Telephone: 01322 662594

• Email: tgale@downsview-primary.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01322 667468