Learning Support Assistant (EYFS) NEW

30 hours per week; Term Time + Inset Days (39 weeks)

Start Date: ASAP

Application Close Date: 9am, Friday 8th August 2025

Provisional Interview Date: W/C 18th August 2025

Are You Ready to Make a Real Difference in a Child's Early Learning Journey? Could You Help Shape the Foundations of a Child's Education? Are You Looking for a Rewarding Role in Early Years Education?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at Church Hill Infant School as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) within an EYFS setting. As a Learning Support Assistant in our EYFS setting, you will play a vital role in helping our youngest learners grow, explore, and thrive. Working closely with the class teacher, you will support individual pupils and small groups through engaging, play-based learning that sparks curiosity and builds essential skills. You'll assist with daily routines, and ensure every child feels safe, included, and valued. This is more than a support role; it's a chance to make a lasting impact in a child's early education journey and become a cherished part of a nurturing, forward-thinking school community.

This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at Church Hill Infant School, as we continue to work collaboratively to deliver a high quality education and meaningful experiences to our children and young people. Everyone has a significant part to play and you can find out more about working for the Trust by taking a look at our Candidate Information Pack.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a genuine passion for supporting early childhood development
• Hold a relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification (and has previously worked in a school setting)
• Be patient, nurturing, and enthusiastic with a positive attitude
• Be reliable, organised, and committed to the school's values and ethos
• Have previous experience of leading large groups and/or whole classes

In return we offer:

• Opportunities to work across the partnership, developing your skills and expertise
• The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and share knowledge and resources
• Access to our professional networks and professional development programmes
• Access to our Bradgate Benefits package (see Candidate Information Pack)

Applications

Prior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school:

To apply for this position:

1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy
2. Apply using the online application form
3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position

We look forward to receiving your application! If you do need any help with applying for this post, or need support with completing the application form, please make contact using the above contact details.

Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and wider workforce are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust's shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging. We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

Church Hill Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to maximise opportunity, minimise risk and continuously promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.