Learning Partner

Hours: 24 hours 20 minutes per week  (4 days per week) Working Pattern: 08:40 - 15:15 (including 30 mins unpaid lunchbreak) Term Time only plus 2 Inset days Salary: JG4 SCP07 - 11 £26,403 - £28,142 per annum  FTE Actual Salary:  £15,049.99 - £16,041.23  per annum pro rata Fixed Term Contract:  Start date to be confirmed - 31 August 2027 We are looking for an enthusiastic Learning Partner to join our friendly team here at Whitchurch Primary School. To work 4 days per week, must include Monday and Friday, other days to be agreed. The role is to work flexibly as part of a team under the direction of our class Teachers or the SENDCO to provide Teaching & Learning support to pupils, teachers and the wider school community. We are looking for: A flexible team player who is positive, passionate about their job and a problem solver Someone that can develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with pupils, the staff team and parents A committed person confident in working with the class Teacher to support/develop learning of individual pupils, groups or the whole class Someone that can use their own initiative A person with a good sense of humour Someone who can demonstrate strong behaviour management A person who is self-motivated, creative and flexible In return our friendly, engaging and exciting school can offer: A truly inclusive school where every member of the school community really matters A strong, collaborative culture of hard-working, dedicated staff who support one another Skilled and enthusiastic staff that are committed to further developing their practice Caring and respectful pupils who are proud of their school and work with independence and enthusiasm An opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our children and their families A commitment to CPD opportunities Warm relationships with the local community, supportive Governors and parents Closing Date:  30 September 2026 Interview Date:  8 October 2026 Safeguarding Statement: The Lighthouse Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in its community to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check. A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the Trust website. We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups.