West Drayton Academy

Learning Support Assistant


Post Start Date: ASAP
Closing date: 03/11/2025
Closing time: 11:59
Job Reference: CJ5373
Advert Posted On: 20/10/2025

Location
West Drayton, Middlesex
Salary
£15,402 - £15,622 per annum
Working Hours
Term Time   - 39 Weeks
Position
1 Required
Contract
Permanent
Work Hours
22 hours per week
Subject
Not applicable
NQT
Not Suitable for ECTs
Job Share
Job Share Not Available

Learning Support Assistant 

Salary information: Grade 3, £15,402 - £15,622 per annum (depending on experience)
Work pattern: 22 hours per week, 4 days per week, Term time only + INSET days (39 weeks)
Contract type: Permanent

We are seeking a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) who shares our commitment to improving children's lives and holds high expectations for themselves, colleagues, and pupils.

The role involves providing essential in-class support, leading targeted interventions to drive rapid academic progress, and actively fostering excellent behaviour for learning. The ideal candidate is proactive, possesses effective communication skills, and demonstrates a genuine passion for working with children. Prior experience in a school setting is desirable.

For the right candidate, we will offer:

  • Extensive support and CPD;
  • The opportunity to work with other professional colleagues across the Multi-Academy Trust;
  • A welcoming school, with friendly, enthusiastic and supportive staff team;
  • An ambitious and dynamic Senior leadership Team;
  • A dedicated Governing Body;
  • Supportive parents and children who are keen to learn;
  • An employee assistance programme (EAP).

We warmly welcome candidates coming to visit the school prior to application; please contact the school to arrange. If you would like to find out more, please contact the Deputy Principal, Carmen Nel 01895 442904; email wdaoffice@theparkfederation.org.

Application instructions: Please download the application form from here or visit the school website. Completed application forms must be sent to: recruitment@theparkfederation.org.

Closing date: Monday 3rd November 2025 at Noon

Interview Date: Wednesday 12th November 2025


Additional Information
CVs will not be accepted

Safeguarding Statement
West Drayton Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check with a check of the DBS Barred List and satisfactory references.
About The School
Job Summary
Location
West Drayton, Middlesex
Salary
£15,402 - £15,622 per annum
Working Hours
Term Time - 39 Weeks
Positions
1 Required
Work Hours
22 hours per week
Contract Type
Permanent
Subject
Not applicable
NQT Suitable?
Not Suitable for ECTs
Job Share
Job Share Not Available