Learning Support Assistant

Job Title

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)Location

Hotwells Primary School

Working Pattern

Full-time is 32.5 hours per week (8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, term time only). We are open to part-time or flexible working arrangements. If you wish to be considered for part-time, please state your preferred hours, days, or pattern in your cover letter.

Contract Type

Fixed Term until 31st August 2026

Salary

FTE £27,274 per annum

Start Date

As soon as possible Applications are invited from charismatic, enthusiastic, and suitably qualified Learning Support Assistants for this exciting and rewarding post. Hotwells Primary School is a vibrant, creative, and community-focused school - small in size but bursting with warmth, curiosity, and imagination. We are proud of our ambitious curriculum, our strengths in the Arts, and our rich local and global community of children and families. Full-time is 32.5 hours per week (8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, term time only). We are open to part-time or flexible working arrangements. If you wish to be considered for part-time, please state your preferred hours, days, or pattern in your cover letter. Amplify Education is a multi-academy trust of 22 schools across Bristol, South Gloucestershire, and North Somerset. We build belief in every young person, expand opportunities, nurture potential, and strengthen citizenship. Key Responsibilities

Provide 1

1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND, working alongside teaching staff to deliver learning activities. Assist teachers in the plan, do, review cycle, including record keeping and resource preparation. Help implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policies and record incidents on CPOMs. Monitor pupil progress, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to EHCPs and SEND Support Plans. Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people at all times. Candidate RequirementsProven experience working with primary-aged children, ideally supporting pupils with SEND. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic school team. A reflective practitioner committed to ongoing professional development. A positive attitude, resourcefulness, and a sense of humor. Key Recruitment Dates & Details

Application Deadline

Monday, 2nd

November 2026 at 9

00am

Interviews

Thursday, 5th November 2026

School Visits & Inquiries

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office..Please note that all posts at the School are subject to initial and periodic checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service as the school takes every measure possible to ensure the safeguarding of its students.

Safeguarding Statement

Hotwells Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact the School Office.