1-to-1 Learning Support Assistant

Suffolk County Council · Eye · £25,614 (stated in the posting)

Stradbroke CE Primary School
Address: Stradbroke, Suffolk IP21 5HH
Salary: £25,614 pro rata (£13.28 per hour)
Hours: 32 hours and 30 minutes per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm. 38 weeks - term time only. This includes 30 minute lunch break and 30 minutes lunch duty.
Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2027, required as soon as possible
Reference: 5681

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a 1-to-1 Learning Support Assistant to support pupil(s) with special educational needs within our vibrant primary school in the village of Stradbroke, Suffolk. Our school, pupils and local community are proud of the supportive team here at Stradbroke CE Primary and we are proud of our approach to deliver experiences and education that will have a truly lasting positive effect on our pupils.

We are looking for a highly motivated, compassionate, patient and attentive Learning Support Assistant who can support Key Stage 2 pupils. You should preferably have previous experience in a similar role within a school or working closely with children with additional needs.

We can offer:

a caring, warm and friendly school with a calm, purposeful working environment
happy, delightful, well-behaved children who are eager to learn
friendly and experienced colleagues who take pride in their work and committed to achieving high standards
supportive and enthusiastic staff, governors and parents
the opportunity to be part of the All Saints Schools Trust, which gives our staff access to a wealth of support, expertise, CPD and networking opportunities with other local primary schools to provide excellent teaching and learning.

In return we ask that you:

have high expectations for both learning and behaviour, with a genuine belief in the potential of every child and a commitment to inclusive practice
are highly organised, a good communicator, calm, kind and committed to inclusion
be passionate, enthusiastic and committed to the work you do
be able to use your initiative and adapt easily to change
are a team player who can form positive and professional relationships with children, colleagues, parents and other stakeholders
are a positive person with a good sense of humour.

To find out more:

We encourage visits to see the school and to find out more about the role before you apply for the post.

If you would like to discuss this post and would like further information about this wonderful opportunity, please contact the school office via email at: office@stradbrokprimary.org.uk or phone 01379 384415.

How to apply:

Please read the Person Specification (word) and Application Guidance Notes (pdf).

Complete an Application Form (word) and Recruitment Monitoring Form (word).

Completed applications are to be returned to Hannah Cragoe, Head of School at: office@stradbrokeprimary.org.uk or returned by post to: Stradbroke CE Primary School, Queen Street, Stradbroke, Suffolk, IP21 5HH.

Closing date: 1pm, 9 November 2026

Interview date: week commencing 9 November 2026

We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants. Please ensure you apply at your earliest convenience.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts.

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