Salary: £27,254 – £27,694 per annum pro rata (actual £19,953 inclusive of MDSA duty on Grade 3)
Contract type: Fixed Term
Working pattern: Part time & Term-time Only
Closing date: 2nd September 2026 9am
Interview date: 3rd or 4th September 2026 TBC
How to apply: The job pack and application form are available to download from Job search , ttp://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs
Who to contact if you have a query: [email protected]
The Governors of Rudyard Kipling Primary School and Nursery wish to appoint a charismatic, highly motivated and nurturing Learning Support Assistant on a fixed term basis for 1 year in the first instance. This post will be to support children within our school who require individualised, creative and purposeful provision.
We are looking for a special person:
To join and further develop our nurturing and inclusive culture that strives for children to reach their full potential
To support the learning of children working on individualised learning plans
To plan fun, creative, and engaging activities
To be reflective and flexible
To work within a team in partnership with the SENCo, class teachers and other colleagues to support the children in reaching their best outcomes
To dynamically risk assess and manage children’s safety
To believe in outdoor education and embrace our wonderful grounds and resources
To follow our Empowerment Approach and School Values to enhance the children’s learning
To have an understanding of strategies which support SEND learners, such as Just Right, Makaton, visuals, structure and routine
To have experience of supporting children with complex needs who can demonstrate challenging behaviour
To establish positive relationships with parents, and families
We can offer you:
- A supportive induction process
Opportunities for you to develop your practice
A school which has nurture at the heart of everything we do
A friendly, dedicated and caring staff team
Amazing children, who are proud and respectful of their school
A lively, vibrant, face paced and energetic environment
Wonderful school grounds and an exceptional Forest School.
Our school is committed to inclusion and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The school expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Please state on your application form whether you are interested in full or part time hours.
Please note that we do not accept a Curriculum Vitae as a form of application. The job pack and application form are available to download from http://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs . Alternatively, please email [email protected] .
