Sires Hill Primary Academy opened its doors for the very first time in September 2023, and welcomed our new 2 year olds into the school in September 2024. The school will eventually become a two form entry primary school with a nursery with children aged 2-11. We are looking to recruit a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) who would be excited by the prospect of working to support pupils with special educational needs in our EYFS, establishing a culture of high expectations, care and kindness. They would also support the school’s morning extended hours sessions for families. Sires Hill Primary Academy works in partnership with Didcot Primary Academy, following the same curriculum and benefitting from the expertise of an established primary school.
We are looking for staff who: • Are passionate about making learning effective and enjoyable. • Can fill our children’s lives with creativity, challenge, wonder and fun. • Can create a haven in which our children feel especially safe, valued and happy. In return we can offer: • A brand new purpose built primary school with extensive resources. • A commitment to high quality professional development. • A supportive and encouraging Senior Leadership Team and trust. (SLT will be made up of an Executive Principal who will work across both Sires Hill Primary Academy and Didcot Primary Academy and a Vice Principal based at Sires Hill Primary Academy). • A commitment to work life balance. More information about the post: • The post is 35 hours per week. • The working hours are 8.10am – 3.30pm • You will be paid on the NJC scale, starting at spine point 3. • The pro rata salary for this post is £24,027 FTE and £19,462 pro rata • This post is term time only (which includes 5 inset days). • This post is for a September 2025 start. • Fixed term contract 01/09/2025 to 31/08/2026 this may be extended. • The LSA will be based in our Reception Class The post includes extended hours and lunchtime cover, supporting children both inside and outside.
Omnia Learning Trust is a not-for-profit enterprise. The salary will be based on the NJC scale starting at point 3 (currently £24,027 FTE). All posts are paid for 44.65 weeks which includes all inset days and 33 days’ annual leave (pro rata).
Application procedure:All applications MUST be submitted on the Omnia Learning Trust application form. We are unable to accept CV applications. Applicants will also need to complete a separate Equal Opportunity Monitoring Form – please complete the google form on our website. Closing date for applications: noon on Tuesday 22nd April 2025. Interview Date: TBC We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible. Omnia Learning Trust takes safeguarding children seriously and the successful applicant will have to undergo an enhanced DBS check and references will be required in line with our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy. If you are interested in this role or would like further information please contact Hayley Anderson, our Finance & Office Manager by email. We welcome visits to our school.