About this role
Closing date:18th September 2026
Interviews: Upon shortlisting
Job Start Date:28th September 2026 (subject to the vetting process)
Contract/Hours: Fixed term with view to becoming permanent
Salary Type: Support Staff
Salary Details: Grade C, scale is dependent upon experience
Hours of Work:33.75 hours per week, 5 days per week, term time only, 8:15AM - 3:30PM
Location of Role: Hook Junior School
We are looking to appoint an experienced, confident, flexible and highly-motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated school team. The successful applicant will be required to join our strong, supportive team of support staff to support teaching and learning of all children of all abilities in KS2. The role will involve you teaching whole classes on occasions and supporting pupils’ learning in a range of subjects also working with individual pupils and small groups. Your support will extend into lunchtimes covering lunchtime duties.
The successful candidate will have:
Recent successful experience as an LSA in Key Stage 2 or working with childrenA passion for working with children and for teaching and learningGCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) grade C or aboveExperience in or confidence to cover classes when necessary with any KS2 year groupA clear understanding of assessment for learning in order to feedback and respond effectively to pupil learningExcellent positive behaviour management skillsA positive attitude and be flexible to the demands of the role and the needs of the schoolThe skills to work independently and with initiative The ability to form and sustain positive relationships with all children and stakeholdersThe ability to plan, evaluate pupils' progress and adapt lesson plans when necessaryAcute self-awareness, emotional intelligence and the ability to work well as part of a teamStrong understanding of safeguarding procedures and confidentialityIn return we offer you:
A welcoming school environment to work in with excellent facilities and resourcesChildren who want to achieve, are happy, polite and give their bestA supportive and friendly staff team who believe in each and every childOpportunities for professional developmentHook Junior School is a 4-form entry junior school with a range of experienced and recently qualified teachers, as well as a friendly and capable support staff team. We have been rated ‘Outstanding’ following the second consecutive inspection which reflects the high standards we strive for and the positive impact we aim to make on the lives of our children.
Application Procedure
Please visit our school website to find out about our school.
To discuss the post in more detail, please call and speak with Jo Carne on 01256 762 468 or email [email protected].
Register an account with the Education Jobs website and apply online.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy should the right candidate be found before the listed closing date.
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.