Learning Support Assistant & MDSA
Salary
£28,153 \- £28,608 pro rata
Contractual hours
27\.5
Job category/type
Teaching and Leadership
Date posted
25/09/2026
Job reference
REQ0001552
Paid weeks per year: 47\.36 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)
Fixed term: to 31 August 2027
Start date: As soon as possible
About the Role
The Governors of Rudyard Kipling Primary School and Nursery wish to appoint a charismatic, highly motivated and nurturing Learning Support Assistant on a fixed term basis. This post will be to support children within our school who require individualised, creative and purposeful provision.
We are looking for a special person:
- To join and further develop our nurturing and inclusive culture that strives for children to reach their full potential
- To support the learning of children working on individualised learning plans
- To plan fun, creative, playful and engaging activities
- To be reflective and flexible
- To work within a team in partnership with the SENCo, class teachers and other colleagues to support the children in reaching their best outcomes
- To dynamically risk assess and manage children’s safety
- To believe in outdoor education and embrace our wonderful grounds and resources
- To follow our Empowerment Approach and School Values to enhance the children’s learning
- To have an understanding of strategies which support SEND learners, such as Just Right, Makaton, Visuals, structure and routine
- To have experience of supporting children with challenging needs and behaviour
- To establish positive relationships with parents and families
- A supportive induction process
- Opportunities for you to develop your practice
- A school which has nurture at the heart of everything we do
- A friendly, dedicated and caring staff team
- Amazing children, who are proud and respectful of their school
- A lively, vibrant, face paced and energetic environment
- Wonderful school grounds, Forest School and access to the beautiful countryside for outdoor learning
We reserve the right to interview earlier than the date below should we receive a suitable application.
Closing date: Monday 5 October 2026 at 9am
Interview date: Friday 9 October 2026 (times tbc)
How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school office: Chalkland Rise, Woodingdean, Brighton BN2 6RH Email: jamesstanley@kipling.brighton\-hove.sch.uk
Telephone: (01273\) 303328
Website: www.rudyardkiplingprimary.co.uk
Additional Information
Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure \& Barring Service (DBS) Check.
Company Information
Brighton \& Hove Schools \- Taking Action for Equality
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Brighton \& Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.
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