Learning Support Assistants and SEN Supoort (Maternity Cover and Fixed Term)

Vacancy Summary

Learning Support Assistants

The roles are temporary to cover maternity leave and one SEN Support which is fixed term linked to EHCP Funding

Salary: Band 4 - 5, Term Time Only

8:30am - 3.30pm, Monday to Friday

There are a number of positions available which require working as a class based LSA, and may also involve supporting pupils with additional needs within the class.

Vacancy Information

St. Stephen's is a Church of England school which serves a diverse community in West Bowling. Our pupils come from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities, they are enthusiastic learners who deserve and respond to the best.

We are a vibrant, creative and aspirational school with a team of hard working and highly skilled staff and governors. We are looking to appoint experienced staff to support children in class as a learning support assistant, and where appropriate supporting children with Education Health and Care Plans and complex special educational needs, within the class.

You will provide educational and/or medical support to ensure the pupils successful engagement with and access to quality learning. This can also include intimate care for some pupils. Training will be provided if required.

The role will involve one-to-one and class-based support. 

We are looking for candidates who: 

• Are hardworking

• Are playful at heart

• Are kind, supportive and patient when supporting children with behavioural difficulties 

• Have some relevant skills and experience working with children with additional needs

• Are keen to further their skills by accessing training and CPD 

• Can work effectively as part of a team

We can offer: 

• Positive working relationships with a motivated and hard-working staff team 

• A commitment to your on-going professional development 

• Children keen to learn with supportive families 

• A hard-working and professional school environment 

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and individual times can be arranged by contacting Louise Hurley, School Business Manager on 01274 731698 or email: louise.hurley@ststephens.bradford.sch.uk

Please indicate your key stage preference and experience in your application form.

Closing Date: 12 noon, Friday 5th December 2025

Interviews will be held in person w/c 8th December 2025 and all shortlisted candidates with be notified by email.

St. Stephen's CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and we expect all prospective candidates to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and recruitment checks satisfactory to the school. 

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates.

Please also note that CVs are not accepted for this post.

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