Learning Support Assistant - Bovington Academy

Learning Support Assistant

ROLE: Learning Support Assistant

LOCATION: Bovington Academy

CONTRACT: Permanent Part time, term time only

HOURS: 30 hours per week

SALARY: Grade D, scale points 5 – 6, FTE (£25,583 - £25,989, Pro rata for part time (£17,503.64- £17,781.43) 

START DATE: 1 September 2026

With its extensive grounds and Forest schools; Bovington Academy is a primary school within a unique catchment area, including Bovington and the British Army garrison between Allenby and Stanley Barracks. We currently have 176 children on roll in 7 classes from Reception to Year 6, with 50% - 60% of those having a parent or carer in the services. We pride ourselves on providing a nurturing environment, in which children from all backgrounds feel included and able to take part in enriching learning experiences. Here at Bovington we offer the opportunity for innovative and targeted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities that reflect the school’s and your individual needs.  Following a recent Ofsted Inspection, the academy was found to be ‘Good’ with outstanding judgements for the following areas; Leadership, Behaviour & attitudes, Personal Development,

Are you looking for a new adventure or challenge? 

Bovington Academy is an inclusive, lively and exciting school; situated in the heart of the community within Bovington Garrison.  We have high expectations of both children and staff, and are currently looking for a dedicated teaching assistant to join the team.  Our LSAs have a wide range of skills and experience, and are expected to be able to work in any age group across the school or support SEND pupils on a 1:1 basis or small group.

In return, we can offer a vibrant school that is well resourced; extensive opportunities for outdoor learning; a happy, friendly and supportive staff team; a commitment to professional development and eager children who want to do their best.  

The successful applicant must:

* Be totally committed to raising the achievement and attainment of all our children

* Have the drive, self-motivation, enthusiasm and commitment to develop our school even further

* Work extremely well as part of a team

* Be proactive and have a genuine care for children and the school/community

* Be caring, hardworking, flexible and full of positivity

* Believe in our school values of Self-Worth, Purpose & Engagement

As part of Aspirations Academies Trust, staff can expect not only to receive first class training opportunities but can also expect opportunities to extend their professional skills and career portfolio. We want staff joining us to experience the professional thrill of growing as professionals.

Please also see attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the position

If you have any questions about the job, your application or would like to arrange a visit to the Academy our recruitment team will be happy to help.

How to Apply

Please complete the attached application form and email it to [email protected] or visit our website and click on the link under vacancies.

When applying, you must fill in the supporting statement section on the application form stating specific examples from your own experience demonstrating how you meet the professional expertise and skills criteria in the person specification.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and guarantee an interview for those with a declared disability should they meet the minimum criteria for the job. The Equality Act 2010 defines disability as “any physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term effect on his or her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities

Our school (along with Aspirations Academies Trust) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.  

This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process

Keeping Children Safe in Education

Bovington Academy will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. All aspects of social media and internet searches will be conducted. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the searches and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

About Aspirations

Across our 16 Academies, Aspirations educate more than 9,000 pupils across the ages from 2 to 19 years, covering an area from West London to the Southwest of England. Operating since 2011, we have a consistent track record of improvement and success and offer excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities. We are determined that children receive an excellent education that prepares them for success in adult-life and are looking for people to join us who share our ideals.