Learning Support Assistant


Company:	The Seckford Foundation
Salary:	£15,378
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Woodbridge, IP12 4JH
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	3 Aug 2026
Closing date:	2 Sept 2026

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Summary

Up to 30 hours per week (across 4 or 5 days)

Salary: £23,995.13 FTE pro rata

Actual Salary of £15,378 per annum (based on 30 hpw)

Term Time Only (34 weeks per year)

Fixed term for 1 year with prospect of permanence

We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable, and hardworking Learning Support Assistant to join our well established and highly respected team.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the educational experience of students with additional learning needs by delivering tailored support both within and outside the classroom.

You will take responsibility for planning, delivering, and assessing learning activities in collaboration with teaching staff and specialists. You will support pupils up to GCSE level, contribute to the development of individual education plans, and lead small group or one-to-one interventions.

Hours of Work

We are looking for the successful candidate to work up to 30 hours per week, ideally across 4 or 5 days. Our Core Hours for the role are 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am – 1.30pm on Friday. Actual working hours and days can be discussed at interview. This role is term- time only, working 34 weeks per year.

The role is initially offered on a fixed-term basis for one year, with the possibility of becoming permanent thereafter.

You will also assist in exam access arrangements and promote pupil independence, emotional well-being, and academic progress. Your role will require initiative, adaptability, and a proactive approach to fostering inclusive learning environments.

For more information about the school and this opportunity, and to download an application pack, please visit: https://www.woodbridgeschool.org.uk/about/staff-vacancies/.

Closing date: 2 September 2026

Interviews: W/C 7 September 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Woodbridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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