Overview
Job Ref No. ECC3832-147S. Position Type: Teaching/Child Support. Pay Range: Scale 3-4 dependent on experience. Position Start Date: 03/11/2025. Contract Type: Full-time. Contract Term: Fixed. Application Close: 17/10/2025 4pm. Date of Interviews: Week commencing 13th October onwards.
Role Summary
We are looking for a highly flexible, enthusiastic, and conscientious Learning Support Assistant (LSA) with excellent communication skills and a proactive, solution-focused approach (a \"can-do\" attitude). The successful candidate must be confident working independently while also contributing collaboratively to the wider school team.
Responsibilities
* Deliver targeted support to develop core literacy and numeracy skills in individuals and small groups.
* Support the teacher by preparing resources and assisting with the delivery and evaluation of learning activities.
* Build strong, positive relationships with pupils to effectively support their pastoral and SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs.
* Promote positive pupil behaviour in line with school policies, helping pupils maintain focus and self-regulation.
* Champion inclusion by ensuring pupils with special needs are fully integrated, adapting lessons through clarification, explanation, and targeted resources.
* Act as a consistent role model, demonstrating high expectations and reinforcing the school's values and ethos in all interactions.
What makes Our School a Great Place to Work
* The rewarding experience of working with enthusiastic, engaged, and eager-to-learn children.
* A professional, positive, and highly supportive learning environment committed to your growth.
* The benefit of joining a friendly and welcoming school team dedicated to collaboration.
Next Steps
Next steps: We strongly encourage all interested candidates to arrange a school visit or an informal phone call to discuss the role in more detail.
Application Process
To apply, please complete an application form available on the Essex School Jobs website. We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. The closing date is therefore subject to change, and we encourage early applications as we may interview and appoint before the advertised deadline. A degree of flexibility on the start date may be considered for the right candidate. While this is initially a maternity cover role (until August 2026), it may lead to a permanent position.
Safeguarding
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
Current Opportunities
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* Learning Support Assistant, Chelmer Valley High School, Chelmsford — Closing: 10/10/2025 Midday
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