1:1 Learning Support Assistant

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Job Reference EPSEDJOBS/1433/13587

Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Temporary - Part Time Contract Details: Temporary contract to 31st August 2027 Salary: Pay Grade B or C depending on experience - Actual £18,505-£19,586 (FTE £25,615-£27,111) Working Hours: Monday - Friday 08:30-15:30 with 30 mins lunch break, and 15 min morning break (31 hours and 15 mins) - term time only - Temporary Contract to 31st August 2027 Establishment Name and Location: Northern Infant School, Richmond Rise, Fareham Closing Date: 02/11/2026 Job Category: Support Local Authority: Hampshire Phase of Education: Primary

Job Introduction

Where children are empowered with kindness and knowledge’

Job/Person Summary

We are looking to appoint a positive, flexible and professional 1:1 Support Assistant to join our established and dedicated team.

The role will involve 1:1 support for children across our federation setting.  It would be an advantage if the successful candidate has an understanding of trauma informed practise and relational approaches. Previous SEND experience is desirable, although relevant training and support will be given.

 We are looking for someone who:

• has a good understanding of child development and experience of supporting young children in a school or pre-school setting (essential)

• relates well to both children and adults and has excellent interpersonal skills
• has a knowledge of, or is ready to learn, alternative communication strategies such as PECS and Makaton

• is able to demonstrate an ability to nurture children in accordance with their individual emotional, social and learning needs

• is caring, calm and patient
• demonstrates excellent behaviour management skill
• is able to work effectively with children either individually and in small groups to enable them to achieve their best
• enjoys working independently, with initiative and flexibility
• is proactive and resourceful
• is highly organised and has good time management skills
• is able to work as a part of a team, learning with and from other colleagues
• demonstrates good English and Mathematics skills
• is able to provide written and verbal feedback to the class teacher as required
• understands confidentiality and safeguarding procedures
• has an understanding of relational practice
• has a good sense of humour!

 

 

 We can offer:

• a vibrant and happy school
• children who want to achieve and give their best
• a supportive team who believe in each and every child
• professional development opportunities 
• a happy, learning environment where everyone is valued
• enthusiastic and supportive parents 
• opportunities to work within a federation

More about our wonderful federation can be found on our website, www.northernfederation.org.uk. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged through the school office. 

 

 Application Procedure

If you feel you can make a positive contribution to our school, we would love to hear from you. Please contact our Business Manager, Helen Pottle for an application pack by emailing [email removed] ,or by telephoning [phone removed].  The pack will also become available on the school website  www.northernfederation.org.uk    

 

 

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.