Learning Support Assistants - Early Years and KS1

We are looking to recruit a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) who would be excited by the prospect of working to support all pupils and those with special educational needs in our EYFS and Key Stage 1, establishing a culture of high expectations, care and kindness.

We are looking for staff who:

• Are invested in supporting children’s development within the early years
• Are passionate about making learning effective and enjoyable.
• Can fill our children’s lives with creativity, challenge, wonder and fun.
• Can create a haven in which our children feel especially safe, valued and happy.

In return we can offer:

• A purpose built primary school with extensive resources.
• A commitment to high quality professional development.
• A supportive and encouraging Senior Leadership Team and trust.
• A commitment to work life balance.

More information about the post:

• The working hours are 8.30am – 3.45pm from Monday to Friday inclusive (33.75 hours per week)
• You will be paid on the NJC scale, starting at spine point 3.
• The pro rata salary for this post is: £18,767.10
• This post is term time only (which includes 5 inset days).
• This post is for a September 2025 start.
• Fixed term contract 01/09/2025 to 31/08/2026: this may be extended.
• The LSA will be mainly based in our Reception Class

The post includes lunchtime cover, supporting children both inside and outside.

Further information about the school can be found on our website: www.didcotprimaryacademy.org

Visits to the school are encouraged.

Omnia Learning Trust is a not-for-profit enterprise. The salary will be based on the NJC scale starting at point 3 (currently £24,027 FTE). All posts are paid for 44.65 weeks which includes all inset days and 33 days’ annual leave (pro rata).

Application procedure

All applications MUST be submitted on the Omnia Learning Trust application form. We are unable to accept CV applications. Applicants will also need to complete a separate Equal Opportunity Monitoring Form – please complete the google form (link below).

Closing date for applications: noon on Monday 23^rd   June  2025.

Interview Date: TBC

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.

Omnia Learning Trust takes safeguarding children seriously and the successful applicant will have to undergo an enhanced DBS check and references will be required in line with our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy.

If you are interested in this role or would like further information please contact Roza Kozlowska, our Finance & Office Manager, by email: office@didcotprimaryacademy.org We welcome visits to our school. Please contact the school office on 01235 606012