Learning Support Assistant in Weston-super-Mare

Contract type: Fixed term until 31st August 2027, subject to external funding

FTE/Hours: 20 hours per week

Working weeks: Term Time Only plus INSET days

Salary: TPLTSS3 £12,093 - £12,285 (actual salary)

Location: Worle Community School - An Academy, BS22 8XX

Closing Date: 7th May 2026

Proposed Interview Dates: 12th June 2026

Proposed Start Date: 1st September 2026

If you believe that every student deserves the tools to thrive, you belong here. We are expanding our dedicated SEND team and looking for 2 Learning Support Assistants to transform the classroom experience. In this role, you won't just support learning - you'll build the confidence and independence that helps students own their future.

What you will do to be successful here:

• Deliver classroom support for pupils, planned and supervised by teachers (Individual and small groups – e.g. SEND and Inclusion).
• Support colleagues by assisting with resource preparation, display and care and support of pupils including health care.
• Keep records of work in order to provide feedback and general support.
• Contribute to Student Profiles and PSPs.

What you will need:

• Maths and English GCSE grade A* - C or Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 on the NQF or equivalent.
• Some experience of working with children, ideally in a school context.
• Basic ICT skills.

About us:

Worle Community School is currently part of The Priory Learning Trust, a group of like-minded schools whose shared ambition is to provide A Great Education for Every Child. Whilst Worle Community School retains its own unique identity and ethos, being part of a family of schools brings additional support as well as opportunities to share expertise, provision and costs across our schools. From September, we will be part of the newly formed Pathway Trust. Our new trust brings together two existing organisations, Castle School Education Trust and The Priory Learning Trust who have been working closely together over the last few years with great success. Pathway Trust will comprise seven secondary and thirteen primary schools across Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. We educate children from 2-18 years old. We have a strong track record of school improvement and a positive trend of improved outcomes. We are bringing together the complementary strengths and values of both trusts, with the sharing of resources and expertise across an extended network of schools enabling us to further invest in leadership and teaching for the benefit of all. As a trust, our ambition is to enable every child to experience a great education. We have a compelling vision for each of our schools based on a deep understanding of each community we serve. Many of the challenges facing school leaders are common to all schools. Our approach to school improvement enables staff and pupils to benefit from the sharing of resources and expertise whilst remaining true to their unique identity and context.

Employee Benefits:

• Local Government Pension Scheme: You will benefit from generous employer contributions with built in peace of mind, including a tax-free Death in Service lump sum.
• Enhanced Sick Pay: Generous enhanced sick pay scheme during illness or unexpected sickness related emergencies.
• Family Friendly: Enhanced leave packages to support your work-life balance.
• Great team dynamics: Become part of a highly collaborative professional community.
• Central partnership support: Access to high-quality central services and specialist expertise.
• Continuous Service: Full recognition of prior service for benefits.
• Exceptional CPD: Dedicated budget and time for your professional development.
• Diversity & Inclusion: A proactive commitment to creating a workspace where diversity is celebrated.

In order to apply for this role please complete an application form via the link above. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the process. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. Join us in Providing a Great Education for Every Child.

The trust is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for our pupils. The Priory Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles across the trust have a varying level of responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice, with some roles holding significant responsibility and involving working with children on a daily basis in regulated activity. Regardless of the level of responsibility and involvement in each role, we expect all staff, visiting professionals and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful candidates will be required to provide a disclosure of any unspent convictions and cautions, as well as any spent convictions or cautions that are not ‘protected’ under the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). All appointments are subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (including a Children’s Barred List check), satisfactory references, medical fitness, Right to Work in the UK, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching/management check. In line with KCSIE guidance, we will also conduct online searches on all shortlisted candidates. Our full Recruitment and Selection policy is available on our website.