About the Role
Blenheim Schools is seeking a Learning Support Assistant 1:1 at Akeley Wood Nursery and Junior School in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. You will provide individual support to help a child engage with learning and take part in school life within a warm, vibrant and caring community. Set in rural surroundings near Buckingham, the school offers a nurturing environment where every moment matters. This is a term-time-only, fixed-term position until August 2027, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one support to help a child access learning activities and daily routines.
- Work closely with teaching staff to deliver support suited to the child’s individual needs.
- Encourage confidence, independence and positive relationships with other children.
- Help maintain a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment.
- Share observations about progress and wellbeing with relevant staff.
- Follow the school’s safeguarding procedures and support the child’s welfare throughout the school day.
What You'll Need
- A caring, patient approach and a commitment to helping children thrive.
- The ability to provide focused individual support while encouraging independence.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff.
- A flexible approach to supporting different learning needs and activities.
- An understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries when working with children.
What's on Offer
- A stated salary of £22,170 per annum.
- A fixed-term contract until August 2027.
- Term-time-only working, with 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday.
- A role in a warm and caring school community within rural surroundings.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child’s learning and development.
How to Apply
Apply through this listing to join Akeley Wood Nursery and Junior School as a Learning Support Assistant 1:1. Highlight your relevant skills and your approach to supporting children’s learning and wellbeing.