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  • Learning Support Assistant (Fixed Term) - East Wickham Primary Academy
  • Closing Date:Closing Date:
    14 July 2025
  • LocationLocation:
    Welling
  • Vacancy TypeVacancy Type:
    Fixed Term
  • Advertising SalarySalary Details:
    £21,857 per annum
  • GradeGrade:
    Bexley05, 051 £28,521 FTE
  • Position Start DatePosition Start Date:
    01 September 2025
  • Weeks Per YearWeeks Per Year:
    39
  • Hours Per WeekHours Per Week:
    32.5 hours
  • School AddressSchool Address:
    East Wickham Primary Academy, Wickham Street, Welling, Kent, DA16 3BP
  • Vacancy IDVacancy ID:
    334

  • About The Role

  • Your Opportunity
    We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our supportive and collaborative team.  You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.  Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.  

    Fixed term contract - ending 31st August 2026

    The Learning Support Assistant (LSA) is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference.  It’s not necessarily your experience that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. Experience in an Early Years setting would be advantageous.

    As the Learning Support Assistant (LSA) you will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers.  This is a great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.

    The ideal Learning Support Assistant (LSA) will be someone who is:
    * A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
    * Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
    * Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
    * Consistent in a calm and fair approach
    * Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
    * Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential
    * Experience in an Early Years setting would be advantageous

    This post is a customer-facing position and falls within the scope of the Code of Practice on English Language Requirement for Public Sector Workers. The school has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the ImmigrationAct2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the JD/Person Specification. 
    Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information. 

  • Benefits and how to apply

  • As the Learning Support Assistant (LSA) we know you’re going to do great things, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a priority for us. We can offer you:
    * A comprehensive induction programme
    * Excellent ongoing CPD
    * Progression: If career development is your thing, we offer opportunities into teaching through our TKAT SCITT programme
    * Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
    * The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
    * Access to trust resources and materials 
    * Cycle to work scheme 
    * TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts
    * Free eye tests              
    * Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help
     
    To apply for this vacancy please visit : www.careers.tkat.org

    The closing date for applications is 14/07/2025. Interviews are scheduled for  21/07/2025 . We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date. 

    Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. References will be requested for shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure Form prior to interview. 

    Online Searches will be carried out on shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any concerns will be discussed with candidates at the interview. Further vetting checks including an enhanced DBS, incorporating a check of the Children’s Barred List, will be undertaken on provisional offer. 

    Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
    At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

  • About Us

  • East Wickham is a large, successful Primary Academy, with a warm and caring atmosphere.

    We are situated on a beautiful green site and have access to a large field that is shared between both buildings. At the rear of the school we overlook East Wickham open space, which gives our setting a very semi-rural feel.  To find out more visit our website here.

    To discover what makes East Wickham Primary Academy so extraordinary, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on  0208 854 3637 or email  [email protected]

    About TKAT 
    The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

    We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances. 
    We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications. 

    Safeguarding
    TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

    Flexible working
    TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

    For further information about the school, please visit www.eastwickham-tkat.org

    For further information about the Trust, please visit  www.tkat.org
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