Learning Support Assistant
Location: Kedington Primary Academy
Job start date: 1st September 2026
Contract Type: Permanent, part time (18.75 hours per week, 38 weeks per year)
Salary: USP Grade 2 or 3 depending on experience (FTE £24,795–£25,989/actual £10,505–£11,012), plus Local Government Pension Scheme
Kedington Primary Academy is a friendly one-form entry primary school located close to Haverhill and part of the Unity Schools Partnership.
We are seeking an excellent Learning Support Assistant to join our team.
The post will involve a mixture of general classroom support and support for individual children, working 8.30am–12.15pm, Monday to Friday.
We are looking for someone who:
- is calm, positive and patient
- will support our trauma-informed schools approach
- is passionate about supporting every child to achieve
- has the interpersonal skills to develop positive and supportive relationships with children, colleagues and parents
- is able to use their own initiative and can 'think on their feet'
- is efficient and organised
- has experience working with children with special educational needs
As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:
- A very friendly and welcoming school
- Lovely, well-behaved children who are enthusiastic learners
- Supportive colleagues and parents
- A supportive and driven leadership team
- A wide range of CPD opportunities both through the school and through Unity
- A two-week October half-term break and a wellbeing day off each year
- A comprehensive benefits package
Please see the job description for more details.
Unity Schools Partnership is a family of 40 schools across Suffolk, Norfolk, Essex and Cambridgeshire (and Romford in East London). Working through geographical hubs, we collaborate to deliver the highest standards of education through ethical leadership, evidence-informed practice and a shared ambition to transform lives—shaped by our values of integrity, inclusion and kindness.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the office on 01440 702787 or [email protected] for more information or to arrange a visit.
Closing Date: 09:00am, Monday 29th June 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 7th July 2026
Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.
In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.
We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.
CLOSING DATE
2026-06-29
