Learning Support Assistant with MDSA duty

Job introduction

The Governors of Rudyard Kipling Primary School and Nursery wish to appoint a charismatic, highly motivated and nurturing Learning Support Assistant. This post is to support a child who will access alternative provision within our school who requires individualised, creative and purposeful provision. This post is attached to the child and, should their placement change, the role would end.

Paid weeks per year: 47.36 LSA, 43.89 MDSA (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Fixed term: This post is attached to the child and, should their placement change, the role would end.

Start date: Monday 5th January 2026

About the role

We are looking for a special person:

• To join and further develop our nurturing and inclusive culture that strives for all children to reach their full potential
• To support the learning of children working at or at a pre-key stage level
• To plan fun, creative, playful and engaging activities
• To be reflective, resilient and flexible
• To work within a team in partnership with the SENCo, class teachers and other colleagues to support the children in achieving the 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 school’s Empowerment Approach and school values to enhance the children’s learning
• To understand different strategies which support SEND learners such as: Just Right, Makaton, visuals, structure and routine
• To have experience of supporting children who can sometimes demonstrate challenging needs and physical 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 vibrant, face paced and dynamic environment
• Wonderful school grounds, Forest School and access to the beautiful countryside for outdoor learning

Visits to the school or a telephone call prior to the closing date are welcomed. Please phone the school to make an appointment.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community but particularly encourage applicants from people of colour and from the LGBT community as these groups are currently under-represented in our Directorate workforce.

We reserve the right to interview earlier than the date below should we receive a suitable application.

Closing date: Friday 16th January 2026

Interview date: Thursday 22nd January 2026

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office: 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. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Company information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.