Job Description
Learning Partner Hours: 17.5 hours per week plus 5 Insets Monday - Friday 12pm to 3.30pm Contract: Fixed Term TBC - 31 August 2027 Salary: JG4 SCP7 -11 £27,274.00 - £29,071.00 FTE per annum Actual Salary: £11,330.64 - 12,077.19 per annum pro rata The Role We are looking for an enthusiastic Learning Partner (Teaching and Learning Support) to join our friendly team, working throughout the whole primary phase. The role is to work flexibly as part of a team, under the direction of class teachers or the SENDCo to provide teaching and 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 We can offer you: Happy, well-behaved, hard-working and enthusiastic pupils An inclusive school committed to nurturing all pupils through the development of strong relationships A school that is committed to ensuring that every pupil receives the best possible educational experience every day A progressive, well resourced curriculum with a shared pedagogy An inclusive team committed to staff and pupil wellbeing A comprehensive and ambitious CPD offer to support the school’s journey forwards A leadership team who will encourage you and support your continued development. Access to the comprehensive LSP staff training and employee benefits programme. About us Golden Valley Primary School is a thriving 2 form entry primary school in Nailsea, South West of Bristol. With 14 classes from EYFS to Y6, our vibrant non-denominational school benefits from belonging to Lighthouse Schools Partnership, a multi-academy trust of over 34 schools. Set in beautiful countryside but still accessible by bus and train, we are located close to the town centre. Visits are warmly encouraged; please contact the office team to arrange. Application Details If you feel that your skills and experience match the requirements of this post then please apply using our E-recruitment system. Please be advised, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, we do not accept CV’s. Closing Date: Tuesday 13 October 2026 Interview Date: TBC
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