Friday, 12 September 2025

Vacancy - Learning Support Assistant - Maternity Cover

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our team on a maternity cover basis at Framlingham Sir Robert Hitcham’s CEVA Primary School. As a school committed to delivering high-quality education within a caring Christian ethos, we are seeking someone who shares our values and is dedicated to supporting children in reaching their full potential.

Required from: November 2025

See job description and person specification in the school website

We are seeking someone who is:

  • Friendly, approachable, and professional, with excellent communication skills.
  • Able to work effectively with children both in a whole-class environment and in providing tailored, individual support.
  • Confident in supporting learning across the primary curriculum.
  • Willing to take direction from the class teacher, while also demonstrating initiative when required.
  • Experienced in working with children and eager to further develop their skills.
  • A relevant qualification, such as NVQ Level 3 or higher in Early Years Education or a related field, is desirable.  

    • Competent in using IT systems, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams essential. Knowledge of Arbor and ParentMail would be an advantage, although training will be provided. 

  • A team player who remains calm, flexible and organised in a busy school environment.
  • Previous experience working in a school setting would be beneficial.
  • Supportive of the Christian ethos of the school.

What We Offer

  • A welcoming and supportive school community, with a friendly and experienced team.
  • A varied and rewarding role where every day brings new experiences.
  • Opportunities for training and professional

Salary:         Grade 2 , Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks per year) 

Contract:     Maternity Cover, Full-Time,  Start Date:  November 2025

 Visits to the school are welcome, or find out more about us at www.hitchamsframlingham.org.uk

 Closing date for applications:  1 October 2025    Interviews will be held w/c 6 October 2025

For further details please contact the Headteacher on 01728 723354 or email admin@hitchams.suffolk.sch.uk.

Completed forms should be returned to the school - only apply on the application forms found on our website or from the office.