Portsmouth City Council logo

Learning Support Assistant - King’s Academy College Park

Portsmouth City Council
Internship
On-site
Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Education & Childcare Jobs
Description

Learning Support Assistant 

King’s Academy College Park

Fixed term until August 2026

 
Salary: Band 3 Point 3 - £24,796 FTE (£16,150 actual)

Hours: Full time, 5 days per week. 8:50am - 3:10pm

Closing Date: Midday on Thursday 20th November 2025

Start Date: January 2026 

King’s Academy College Park is seeking two compassionate, enthusiastic, and committed Learning Support Assistants to join our dedicated team. This varied role involves providing tailored 1:1 support to pupils with specific needs, small group interventions, general classroom assistance and supervision during lunchtimes.

We are looking for individuals who are committed to inclusive education, able to form positive relationships with pupils, and passionate about helping all children thrive. 

We are looking for individuals who:

  • Are actively committed to our school values of resilience, teamwork, challenge, creativity, independence, responsibility and kindness
  • Are kind, caring and positive, committed to removing barriers to ensure that all children can enjoy success and achieve their full potential
  • Has high expectations and can inspire and motivate children in their learning
  • Are enthusiastic and hardworking
  • Are able to work and communicate effectively as part of a team
  • Are resilient and self-motivated

We will offer you:

  • Well behaved children who love to learn
  • Friendly, supportive colleagues, families and governors
  • A belief in teamwork and building positive relationships across the school
  • A focus on care, guidance and support for all staff members
  • A commitment to providing high-quality professional development
  • A Multi Academy Trust which celebrates ‘Opportunity and Success on a Global Stage’

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment.  As part of the check the school will also request information regarding the status of being barred from working with children. Please note that in line with our safer recruitment practices, we are unable to accept CVs. 

Please complete the Non teacher application form on our website to apply, these can be returned by hand, post or email to recruitment@kingsacademies.uk. For further information, please contact Mrs K Green at King’s Academy College Park using the email address above.

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.