The Arnewood School
Bowbrook

Learning Support Assistant

Salary: £16,572 actual (£25,186 FTE)
Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay
Learning Support Assistant

We are seeking a Teaching Assistant to join The Arnewood School part of Bourne Education Trust.

Bourne Education Trust (‘BET’) is a successful multi-academy trust made up of twenty four schools (plus eight further associate schools), across primary, secondary and specialist school phases.

BET's strapline 'Transforming schools... changing lives' reflects our shared belief that all children, regardless of context or background, deserve a great education. Together we are committed to developing sustainable and ethical environments, promoting social justice and maintaining the highest standards in our behaviours and values. We learn without borders and we are relentless in our efforts to support our pupils through new and innovative ways by embracing new technologies. Digital education is at the forefront of our joint approach and we are resolute in our belief that digital innovation has the ability to enrich and transform – reimagining the future of education in our schools.

Details

Position: Teaching Assistant

Contract: Part time, Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £16,572 actual (£25,186 FTE)

Benefits

  • Condensed school year with two week half term in October
  • Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
  • Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
  • Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests and flu vaccinations
  • Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
  • Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
  • Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
  • Occupational sick pay

Key responsibilities include:

  • Work alongside students with a range of special educational needs assisting students to take ownership of their work and become independent learners
  • Become familiar with the needs of the supported students
  • Be prepared to be flexible to meet the demands of a varied school day

Essential

  • Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children.
  • GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent appropriate qualification).

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:

  • Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
  • Collaborative and innovative
  • Committed, engaged and professional
  • Advocates for equality and inclusivity

How to apply for this role:

Please click 'Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.

The closing date for this vacancy is the 2nd March 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.
Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.
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Job specification
School
The Arnewood School
Job Posted
12/02/2026
Role
Curriculum Support
Subject
Curriculum Support
Employment type
Support staff term time
Closing date
02/03/2026
Start date
ASAP
Job reference
LSA/022026
Any questions?
For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: LSA/022026.
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