KS2 Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: KS2 Learning Support Assistant

Location: St John’s School, Junior Department

Contract Type: Part-Time, Term-Time Only

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 1:30pm (with potential to extend as the year progresses)

About Us

St John’s is a thriving, co-educational independent school for pupils aged 2 to 16. We take immense pride in our warm, supportive educational environment and are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our vibrant Junior School team. If you have a genuine passion for encouraging and nurturing young learners, we would love to welcome you.

Key Requirements

We are looking for someone who will:

• Inspire & Support: Enthusiastically encourage pupils to thrive both academically and emotionally.
• Act as a Role Model: Display positive behaviour, patience, and warmth at all times.
• Communicate Effectively: Build positive relationships with children, colleagues, and parents.
• Be Inclusive & Adaptable: Tailor support so every child feels understood, valued, and included.
• Work Flexibly: Enjoy working across various Junior School classes rather than being fixed to a single room.
• Prioritise Safeguarding: Maintain full commitment to child welfare and all school safeguarding procedures.

Desirable Qualities

• Previous experience in a primary or school setting.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (beneficial, but not essential).
• Flexibility to work additional afternoon hours if required.

What We Offer

• A welcoming, highly collaborative, and staff-focused community.
• A vibrant learning environment where your contributions are genuinely valued.
• Complimentary school lunches.
• On-site parking.

Application Process

To apply, please complete the application form available on our website: www.stjohnsschool.net. Early applications are strongly encouraged, as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early upon finding the ideal candidate.

Closing Date: Friday, 9th October 2026

Interviews: Tuesday, 13th October 2026

Start Date: Monday, 2nd November 2026 (subject to satisfactory references and safer recruitment checks)

St John’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to rigorous safer recruitment processes, including local and national guidance compliance.

Important Safeguarding Information

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. To ensure this, our recruitment and selection policy follows both local and national guidance.

All offers of employment are subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, satisfactory online searches, and an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

In compliance with Safer Recruitment guidelines, CVs cannot be accepted. Please complete an electronic application form. We must have the full contact details of two referees, including their name, address, telephone number and email address. Please note that we will write to the Headteacher for all education references. Incomplete application forms will not be considered.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Work Location: In person