Overview
Cherry Tree Primary School has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join the team as soon as possible.
The hours are 8:30am to 3:15pm Monday to Friday (including a 30 minute break), 31 hours 15 minutes per week during term time (39 weeks per year, including 5 inset days).
Salary Scale 3 to Scale 4 (Range 5 - 8) Actual Salary £19,051 to £19,644 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. (includes paid annual leave which must be taken during school closure periods).
Applications close: 19th September 2025 at Midday. Interview date: Wednesday 24th September 2025.
Cherry Tree Primary School is one of ten schools which form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background. The Trust is growing rapidly and is a vibrant, exciting and dynamic place to learn and work.
Responsibilities
* Work in partnership with the Class Teacher and must be able to work flexibly and with enthusiasm.
Person specification
* is experienced within a primary school setting
* is passionate about developing children's individual talents and skills
* is resilient and positive
* has high expectations of self and others
* can demonstrate a genuine love of learning for self and others
Benefits
* a well-resourced learning environment with enthusiastic and supportive staff
* a forward looking school that is dedicated to the success of all children and staff
* a commitment to continued professional development
* access to our Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
Berlesduna is a Trust that values and invests in staff, excellent training, development and planned career progression.
Application
Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office on admin@cherrytree-pri.essex.sch.uk or by phone 01268 523017.
Please take care to complete the application in full as incomplete applications will not be considered. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
Information about the School
Cherry Tree Primary School and Nursery is one of the ten schools which form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background. The Trust is growing rapidly and is a vibrant, exciting and dynamic place to learn and work.
Safer recruitment
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.
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