About this Role
Learning Support Assistant – Inclusion Hub -
1 year fixed term, with potential for extension
Job Title: SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Salary: £17,686–£19,860 per annum, pro rata (30 hours p/w) (full-time equivalent: £25,319–£27,926), depending on hours worked and experience
Hours: Term-time only (38 weeks), up to 30 hours per week, 08:45–15:30 (includes a 45 minute unpaid break). Start and finish times can be flexible if required.
Contract: Fixed Term until 31 August 2027
Be the difference. Support inclusive practice that changes lives.
We are looking for a compassionate, proactive Learning Support Assistant to work alongside our Specialist Teacher in the Inclusion Hub. This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils who benefit from a more personalised, nurturing approach to learning.
Role Description: You will need to
Support adaptive teaching delivered by the Specialist Teacher
Work with individuals and small groups
Build positive relationships that support emotional regulation and confidence
Help deliver targeted interventions
Strengthen links between the Hub and mainstream classrooms
What Makes This Role Special
A chance to make a meaningful, daily impact on pupils who need something different
A supportive, collaborative team committed to inclusive education
Opportunities to grow your skills and experience
Who We’re Looking For
Someone who:
Is patient, caring and committed to equity and inclusion
Enjoys working with pupils with additional or complex needs
Is reflective, reliable and ready to learn
Can build trust with pupils, families and colleagues
Is organised and can multitask
Can be calm and be flexible to meet a diverse range of needs
Person Specification (Requirements):
Essential
GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
Previous experience working with children.
Ability to work on your own initiative.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children and adults.
Ability to use relevant technology/equipment.
A positive, flexible, team‑focused attitude.
A DBS on the update service or willingness to complete a new one.
Desirable / Highly Desirable
Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant / Early Years Practitioner qualification.
Recent school‑based references (within the last 2 years).
What We Offer:
A supportive and friendly team.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
LGPS pension scheme.
2-week autumn half term break
On-site parking (subject to availability)
Viv-up scheme
School Wellbeing Programme
Apply:
Closing date for applications: 9am on Tuesday 7 July 2026
Interviews: From 8 - 16 July 2026
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged via our School Office Team.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Early application is therefore encouraged.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a self-declaration regarding any criminal record or information that may make them unsuitable to work with children. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
St Martin’s C of E Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Further information can be found in our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy on the Enlighten Learning Trust Careers page. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
St Martin's C of E Schools (Epsom) are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure.
We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.