Learning Support Assistant Level 3

Hours of work: 31.6 hours per week

Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.86 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service)

As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata.

Fixed term for: 12 months

Closing date: Friday 19th June 2026, 3pm

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Harbour Primary and Nursery School, Church Hill, Newhaven, BN9 9LX

Phone: 01273 514532

Email: ***email_hidden***

Website: www.harbourprimary.co.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Do you want to join a team that is committed to making a difference to children’s lives?

We are looking for a learning Support Assistant (LSA) Level 3 with a positive, ‘can do’ outlook on life, who enjoys working alongside children and staff to create the best possible environment that everyone can thrive in.

Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and working as part of a team is essential.

At Harbour Primary we have a clear vision for our school which unites staff, governors, families and children. We share a determination that all children will achieve the very best that they can in our welcoming, creative, inclusive community.

The successful candidate will need a clear understanding of the expectations of the role of a Learning Support Assistant and experience in working with children. You need to have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in addition to GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C or above.

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8.35am – 3.25pm, term time only.

Visits to the school are recommended. Please contact us on the number provided to arrange a suitable date and time.

Interviews are expected to take place in the week commencing 22nd June 2026.

Harbour Primary & Nursery School is fully committed to the safeguarding and well being of all children. Employment will be subject to satisfactory DBS and Health Checks.

Additional Information

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.