Learning Support Assistant & MDSA

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

We can offer you:

• 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

Our school is committed to inclusion and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The school expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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.