Job Title: Learning Support Assistant 

Post requires candidate to be entitled for work: Yes  

Hourly rate: £18.96 

Contract Type: Permanent 

Full time/Part Time: Part Time 

Term Time only post: Yes 

Advert Closing Date: 09/01/2026 

Job Overview

Plat Douet School are looking to recruit a Teaching Assisant to join the Foundation Stage team. 

 

Applicants should be caring and enthusiastic with previous school-based experience. They should be a good communicator who can work constructively as part of a team.

 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children.

 

To work with teachers as part of a professional team to support teaching and learning for all pupils.   

 

Providing learning support to pupils who need particular help to overcome barriers to learning, such as those with moderate, severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties and/or behavioural, social, communication, sensory or physical disabilities. 

 

Adds value to adaptive teaching and learning opportunities planned and directed by the teacher which supports the development of independent learning skills associated with improved learning outcomes. 

 

Contribute to the feedback provided to pupils in relation to attainment and progress under the guidance of a teacher. 

 

For an informal discussion please contact Debbie Maindonald on 01534 725759.

Job Purpose

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