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Learning Support Assistant (Resource Base) 32.5 hours per week TTO

Compass Point Primary School · Bristol · Bristol, City of

Job description

We are looking for a friendly, positive person with a can-do attitude who is interested in working with children with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Some experience of working with children is essential but we will provide formal and informal training and development opportunities to give you the skills needed for this role and to support your career progression.

The post is offered on a fixed term basis for one year with the possibility of being made permanent for the right candidate subject to funding.

The successful candidate will

  • be interested in working with children with SEN and/or Autism
  • be keen to learn and willing to act on feedback
  • enjoy working as part of a hard-working, committed team
  • demonstrate good numeracy and literacy skills
  • inspire, motivate and encourage children
  • use initiative and be self-motivated

In return we offer

  • high quality training and development
  • wellbeing support services including annual health-checks, free counselling services, menopause support and more
  • free annual flu vaccinations
  • cycle to work scheme
  • reduced price gym membership
  • a friendly and supportive workplace

We are a close knit staff team that is committed to developing every child to reach their potential. If you share our vision and are looking for a role in which you can develop and learn then please apply for this position.

If you would like any further information or would like to visit the school then please do not hesitate to get in touch.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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About this school

Compass Point Primary School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 3–11

Good
Pupils
220
Avg teacher salary
£45,219
Pupil:teacher ratio
14.4:1
Academy trust
EXCALIBUR ACADEMIES TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

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Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS3 3AU

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Salary
£19,027.86 - £19,328.56 Annually (Actual) NJC 4-5 (£25,185 - £25,583 Full time equivalent)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
26 June 2026
Closing date
6 September 2026

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