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Saint James CoE Primary School is a friendly, fun place to work, and situated in the leafy village of West End.

Learning Support Assistant

Closing Date: Monday 13th July (noon)

Interview Date(s): TBC

Job Start Date: September 2026 or as soon as possible

Contract/Hours: Permanent, Morning and/or afternoon to include lunch duty.

Salary Type: EHCC / Support Staff

Salary Details: Grade B – Step 2 FTE £24,796, Grade C – Step 1 FTE £25,186. Pro rata and actual salary will be based on number of hours you do. This will be confirmed.

(Grade B or C depending on experience for LSA).

Contact e-mail address: adminoffice@st-james-westend.hants.sch.uk

Job/Person Summary

We are looking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic, flexible and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our hardworking and friendly team. The ideal candidates would be happy to work anywhere in the primary age range. We will be appointing candidates with strong English and Maths subject knowledge.

You will need to be well motivated and enjoy working with primary age children, working alongside the class teacher.

The successful candidate will have good behaviour management skills, be enthusiastic and have excellent communication skills.

If you enjoy using your initiative, have good literacy and numeracy skills and preferably have experience of supporting children's development and learning, then please apply.

This post also includes working every day at lunchtimes as a supervisory assistant supporting the children to have a safe, happy lunchtime experience.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

  • Puts the needs of the children first

  • Shows love, respect and courage

  • Is committed to ensure that every child reaches their highest possible level of achievement

  • Has the patience and imagination to help and inspire children with their learning

  • Is able to work under the direction of the class teacher and senior supervisory assistant

  • Is flexible and able to work wherever needed to support learning.

In return we can offer:

  • The opportunity to work in a highly effective school with high standards and outcomes for children

  • Enthusiastic and well behaved children who love learning

  • Committed and supportive staff, governors and parents

  • The opportunity to make a difference

Application Procedure

Please return applications to Mrs. Hayley Wight or email adminoffice@st-james-westend.hants.sch.uk to arrange a visit.

.Please note CVs will not be accepted.

Saint James' Church of England Primary School, West End and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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Special Needs Assistant

Closing Date: Monday 13th July 2026 (noon)

Interview Date(s): Interviews: Thursday 16th July 2026

Job Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract/Hours: One Year Fixed Term Contract

Salary Type: EHCC / Support Staff

Salary Details: Grade B – Step 1 FTE £24,796, Actual Salary £17,197.08

Grade C – Step 1 FTE £25,186, Actual Salary £17,467.5

Grade will depend on experience.

Hours of Work: 30 hours per week (to include 5 hours lunch-time supervisory duties) 39 weeks per Annum

Contact e-mail address: adminoffice@st-james-westend.hants.sch.uk

Job/Person Summary

We are looking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic, flexible and dedicated Special Needs Assistant to join our hardworking and friendly team. This person will be working in with a child with an Education Health Care Plan but will also support the learning of children within the class.

You will need to be well motivated and enjoy working with primary age children, working alongside the class teacher. Experience of managing challenging children with behaviour difficulties would be an advantage. If you enjoy using your initiative, have good literacy and numeracy skills and preferably have experience of supporting children's development and learning, then please apply.

This post also includes working every day at lunchtimes as a supervisory assistant supporting the children to have a safe, happy lunchtime experience.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

* Puts the needs of the children first

*Shows love, respect and courage

* Is committed to ensure that every child reaches their highest possible level of achievement

*Has the patience and imagination to help and inspire children with their learning

*Is able to work under the direction of the class teacher and senior supervisory assistant

*Has a relevant NVQ3 qualification or equivalent

In return we can offer:

*A supportive team of colleagues who are friendly and welcoming

*Children who are enthusiastic learners

*Opportunities to develop professionally

Application Procedure

Visits to the school are encouraged - please contact Mrs.Wight on 02380 900995 or email adminoffice@st-james-westend.hants.sch.uk to arrange a visit.

Please note we do not accept CV’s

Safer Recruitment

Saint James' Church of England Primary School, West End and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Closing Date: Monday 13th July 2026 Noon

Interview Date(s): TBC

Contract/Hours: 30 Hours

Salary Type: Support Staff

Salary Details: Grade D – Step 1 FTE £27,780. Actual Salary £19,266.72

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 8.30am - 15.30pm. 39 weeks per annum.

Contact e-mail address: adminoffice@st-james-westend.hants.sch.uk

Job/Person Summary Saint James Primary School is a large three form primary school. The school was awarded ‘Good with outstanding features’ by Ofsted. This position could be very attractive for a teacher who loves being with children but wants to get a better work life balance! Alternatively, this position is suitable for a qualified HLTA. We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible and would consider someone for a part time vacancy.

We are seeking to appoint a confident, flexible and well-organised person to join our friendly and hard-working team of four HLTA’s. 

You will be required to teach whole classes across the school throughout your working week, including covering the absence of a teacher. The successful candidate will have a positive and caring manner, and have excellent communication skills. You will need to have the flexibility to teach classes as required and be committed to providing the children in your care with the best learning experience possible.

In return we can offer a happy, friendly school with caring, well-behaved pupils and a committed and dedicated team of staff.

Less working days would be considered for the right candidate.

Application Procedure Visits to the school are encouraged - please contact Mrs Wight on 02380 900995 or email adminoffice@st-james-westend.hants.sch.uk to arrange a visit.

Please note we do not accept CV’s

Saint James' Church of England Primary School, West End and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Supporting documents