Risby CEVA Primary School is looking for a Learning Support Assistant, Responsible to: Class Teacher/Headteacher.
Job Purpose
To work under the direction of the Class Teacher and SENDCo to provide dedicated 1-to-1 support for a pupil in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The Learning Support Assistant will support the pupil’s learning, personal development, communication, independence and wellbeing, enabling them to access the curriculum and participate fully in school life.
You will contribute to a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating learning environment and work collaboratively with staff, parents and external professionals to implement strategies and provision identified within the pupil’s EHCP.
Supporting Learning:
support high-quality teaching and learning across the primary curriculum
prepare, maintain and adapt learning environments that are stimulating, inclusive and accessible
support learning through a range of approaches including direct teaching, practical activities, enquiry, play-based learning and continuous provision where appropriate
promote independence, resilience, creativity, curiosity and problem-solving
Use effective questioning, modelling and feedback to extend learning and language development
support pupils to access learning through adaptive strategies and resources.
EYFS and Continuous Provision:
support the planning, organisation and enhancement of indoor and outdoor continuous provision within EYFS
facilitate learning through child-initiated and adult-guided activities
promote high-quality interactions and sustained shared thinking to extend children's learning and development
contribute to a language-rich environment that supports communication and early literacy.
Assessment and Pupil Development:
observe, monitor and record pupil engagement, progress and wellbeing
contribute to the marking and feedback of pupil’s work
contribute to assessment processes and provide feedback to teachers
support the identification of barriers to learning and emerging additional needs
maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews of interventions and support programmes.
Inclusion and SEND:
support pupils with a range of SEND needs
implement strategies identified through support plans and EHCPs
promote equality, participation and a sense of belonging for all pupils
encourage pupils to develop independence, confidence and self-regulation.
Partnership and Professional Responsibilities:
work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents and external professionals
carry out duties such as break duties and lunch time supervision as required
safeguard and promote the welfare of children at all times
participate in training, appraisal and professional development activities.
Personal attributes:
be flexible, proactive and able to use their own initiative
can work effectively both independently and as part of a team
is willing to work flexibly and undertake a varied range of responsibilities
is resilient, hardworking, reliable and self-motivated
has a positive outlook and a good sense of humour
can adapt their approach to meet the needs of individual pupils
has the ability to manage change positively and support children in a variety of situations
has experience of working with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
builds positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families
is committed to inclusion and helping every child to thrive.
This job description provides an outline of the main duties and responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties, appropriate to the grade and nature of the role, as may reasonably be determined by the Headteacher.
The school reserves the right to review and amend the duties and responsibilities of the post in consultation with the postholder to meet changing organisational needs. The postholder will be expected to demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.
Person Specification
Essential: GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent); experience working with children or young people; understanding of safeguarding, inclusion, child development and behaviour support; strong communication, teamwork, organisation and ICT skills.
Desirable: Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Early Years Education, Childcare or a related field; experience in EYFS, continuous provision, Nursery Key Worker, Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant roles; SEND-related training and first aid.
To find out more
Please read the Application Guidance (word)
If you would like further details, please call 01284 810367.
Visits to the school are encouraged.
How to apply
Please complete the Application Form (word) and email to [email protected]
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and thrive in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply.
This post is open to external and internal applicants.
Closing date: 12 pm, 1 July 2026.
Interview date: 9 July 2026.
We may conduct interviews earlier if a candidate with the right experience, skills, and qualities applies, so don’t wait, apply today!
Risby CEVA Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
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