Learning Support Assistant

Location: Mendip Green Primary School, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset

Interview date: 22 June 2026

Contract: 23 hours per week, term-time only. 12 month fixed term contract until 31 August 2027 (long term sickness absence cover)

Make a real difference in education

Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and wellbeing? Whether you’re seeking a career change, just finished college with a qualification in Education or Early Years, or have experience in care, healthcare, or volunteering with children, we’d love to hear from you.

Formal qualifications help, but they’re not essential. What matters most is your mindset:

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

Proactive, enthusiastic, and full of positivity

Able to empower children and help them grow in confidence

Calm, patient, and compassionate, especially in moments of challenge

Motivated to contribute to a warm, inclusive school environment

While previous school experience is desirable, we also welcome applications from candidates who have personal experience supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities.

About the role

Provide whole class support

Support pupils across all year groups

Term-time only, 23 hours per week

About Us

At Mendip Green Primary School, we work to be at the forefront of education. We strive to give our pupils a spectacular learning experience that helps them become well-rounded individuals ready to make a positive contribution to their community.

We are looking for inspiring people to champion every child’s potential .  We are an inclusive school and can offer you the opportunity to work with children from different backgrounds and with a range of needs.  You will become part of a large team that genuinely takes care of and supports each other.

Apply now and be part of our journey to inspire and grow the next generation!

What We Offer

Working at Mendip Green Primary School comes with a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional development and future.

Excellent Pension Contributions - We invest in your future with a pension contribution significantly above the national average.

Family Friendly Support - We offer five paid carer’s days per year (pro rata) to help you balance work and family responsibilities.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion - We are proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. Our school community thrives on diversity and we aim to create a workplace where everyone feels respected and supported.

Training & Development Opportunities - You’ll have access to ongoing professional development, networking opportunities and clear pathways for career progression. We support you in learning new skills and growing within the education sector.

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