Learning Support Assistant

Location: Mendip Green Primary School, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset

Interview date: 22 June 2026

Contract: 11 hours 30 minutes per week over two days, term-time only. 12 month fixed term contract until 31 August 2027 (possible extension dependent on funding)

Although it helps, it is not essential to be qualified to apply for this role. You may be looking for a career change and want the opportunity to make a real difference to the education and wellbeing of our children. You may have different lived or work experience, gained in the care sector, or the NHS for example, or worked/volunteered with children in non-school environment. You may be leaving college with a level 2 in education and early years, or a certificate in childcare and are looking for the opportunity to share your skills.

The most important thing is having the right mindset for the role. You need to be proactive, energetic, and committed in order to engage pupils and develop their desire to learn. You will help inspire them to be confident and independent. You will need to be calm, patient, sensitive, and able to comfort children when they are upset. We are looking for people who demonstrate a positive attitude and enthusiasm for creating a supportive learning environment.

Formal qualifications help, but they’re not essential. What matters most is your mindset, we’d love to hear from you if you are:

• Proactive, enthusiastic, and full of positivity
• Able to empower children and help them grow in confidence
• Calm, patient, and compassionate, especially in moments of challenge
• Motivated to contribute to a warm, inclusive school environment

About the role

You will work closely with the class teacher to resource and adapt planning and support high quality teaching and learning across all subjects. You will help to create learning environments where pupils can expand their knowledge. You will work with the school community to uphold our trust and school values. The role will include working across a range of year groups providing whole class support.

About Us

At Mendip Green Primary School, we work to be at the forefront of education. We strive to give our pupils a spectacular learning experience that helps them become well-rounded individuals ready to make a positive contribution to their community.

We are looking for inspiring people to champion every child’s potential .  We are an inclusive school and can offer you the opportunity to work with children from different backgrounds and with a range of needs.  You will become part of a large team that genuinely takes care of and supports each other.

Apply now and be part of our journey to inspire and grow the next generation!

What We Offer

Working at Mendip Green Primary School comes with a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional development and future.

• Excellent Pension Contributions - We invest in your future with a pension contribution significantly above the national average.
• Family Friendly Support - We offer five paid carer’s days per year (pro rata) to help you balance work and family responsibilities.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion - We are proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. Our school community thrives on diversity and we aim to create a workplace where everyone feels respected and supported.
• Training & Development Opportunities - You’ll have access to ongoing professional development, networking opportunities and clear pathways for career progression. We support you in learning new skills and growing within the education sector.

Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and wellbeing? Whether you’re seeking a career change, just finished college with a qualification in Education or Early Years, or have experience in care, healthcare, or volunteering with children, we’d love to hear from you.

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