Learning Assistant

Learning Support Assistant (Level 2) - SEND Support

Victoria Primary Academy, Wellingborough, Northants

NJC Scale Point 3 to 4 (£25,614 to £26,016 FTE) (actual salary £18,426 to £18,715 per annum) 30 hours 50 mins per week, 39 weeks per year (term time + 5 days)

Victoria Primary Academy is seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and reliable Learning Support Assistant (Level 2) to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children who require additional support to access learning and thrive within our inclusive school community. We are proud of our strong commitment to inclusion and believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed alongside their peers.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting children with a range of additional needs, helping them to overcome barriers to learning, develop independence and achieve their full potential. To flourish in this role, you will demonstrate integrity, patience, resilience and a genuine passion for helping children succeed.

At Victoria Academy, we aspire to achieve the very best for every pupil. Our vision of creating learners without limits underpins everything we do and ensures that every child is supported, challenged and inspired to achieve their full potential.

As recognised by Ofsted (2023): “’Aspiration’ is a key word at Victoria Primary Academy. It is central to everything leaders do, from the design of the school’s ambitious curriculum to the awe-inspiring trips on offer.”

We are looking for someone who:

• Is adaptable and able to respond positively to changing needs.
• Demonstrates a nurturing, child-centred approach.
• Has high expectations for all children and believes every pupil can succeed.
• Works effectively as part of a team and builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Maintains high standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Remains calm, patient and resilient when faced with challenges.
• Is passionate about supporting children with additional needs to achieve their very best.

We expect high standards of behaviour from our children and high standards of professionalism from our staff. The successful candidate will provide targeted support for children with additional needs. The year group may vary depending on the experience, strengths and expertise of the successful applicant. You will work closely with class teachers, the SEND team and families to ensure the child is fully supported both academically and socially.

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Have Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics.
• Have a Level 2 qualification relevant to supporting teaching and learning, or have significant experience working with children with additional needs.
• Have experience of supporting children with SEND, either professionally or through caring responsibilities.
• Are physically able to meet the demands of the role.
• Are flexible, proactive and able to respond effectively to challenging situations.
• Are committed to delivering exceptional support that enables children to achieve their potential.

Victoria Primary Academy is a thriving two-form entry school situated on the edge of Wellingborough. We are proud to serve a richly diverse community, with over half of our pupils speaking English as an additional language and 44 languages represented across the academy.

Inclusion, ambition and opportunity sit at the heart of everything we do. We work together to ensure that every member of our school community can reach their potential and fulfil our mission statement: Creating Learners Without Limits. If you share our belief that every child can achieve and are committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning, we would be delighted to hear from you. For more information, or to arrange an after-school hours visit to our friendly academy, contact Mr Ian Pearson, Principal on pearsoni@victoriaprimaryacademy.org.uk or 01933 223323.

You can find out more about this role by applying online from our website: Careers | Hatton Academies Trust Previous applicants need not apply.

We value honesty, integrity, and creativity. Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to help us understand what you, as an individual, will uniquely contribute to the Trust. Submissions that rely too heavily on AI risk obscuring the very qualities we are looking to discover. If you choose to use AI, we encourage you to treat it as a collaborator—not a substitute. Let it support your thinking, not replace it.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 9.00am on Tuesday 1 st December 2026

Education without limits; Integrity at all times

Hatton Academies Trust are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, race, religion, disability or age. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS clearance