Job Introduction
At St Thomas’ CE Primary Academy, part of the Infinity Academies Trust we strive to encourage each other and overflow with hope, providing all pupils with the best education through living out our vision and high expectations.
We are looking for a caring, committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (Level 2) to join our supportive and dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to help pupils overcome barriers to learning, delivering targeted academic, social and emotional interventions, and enabling them to thrive both in and out of the classroom.
The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and external professionals to implement strategies and recommendations from external agency reports, providing pupils with the personalised support they need to succeed.
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience or understanding of trauma-informed practice, and those who can deliver high-quality interventions that promote pupils’ academic progress, emotional regulation, and social well-being — supporting them to become confident learners who encourage each other and overflow with hope.
We are proud of our strong Christian ethos and high expectations, and we are looking for someone who shares our vision and is passionate about helping every child flourish.
What we can offer you?
By joining our school, you also become part of the wider Infinity Academies Trust family, benefiting from:
- Access to high-quality professional development and career progression opportunities.
- A supportive network of colleagues across the Trust.
- Well-being support and a positive, inclusive working environment.
- The chance to be part of a forward-thinking Trust committed to improving the life chances of all our pupils.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience of working with children in an educational setting.
- Can confidently follow and implement advice from external professionals to support pupils e.g PSP plans, STT reports, Educational Psychologists reports.
- Has experience of delivering academic, social, and emotional interventions.
- Understands trauma-informed approaches to supporting behaviour and emotional regulation.
- Is caring, resilient, and able to work as part of a team.
- Lives out our vision of encouraging each other and overflowing with hope.
If you are passionate about supporting children to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential, we would love to hear from you.
For further details please contact the school office on 01205 362860.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Interviews will take place Week Commencing 4th August 2025.
To apply for this position please click the following link:
https://mynewterm.com/jobs/146869/EDV-2025-STCPA-27202
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
