Learning Support Assistant

TKAT; Colchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Free eye tests

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

TKAT is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery in Colchester. You will assist with engaging teaching, support individual learning needs and help develop resources, working closely with teachers in a supportive classroom environment.

This permanent role offers a clear progression path through TKAT SCITT, a friendly team, flexible development, safeguarding commitments and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

Job description

Willow Brook Primary School, Colchester, Essex

Education - non-teaching

Permanent

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) t o join our supportive and collaborative team. You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.

This is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference. It’s not necessarily your experience that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers.

This is a great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
• Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• Consistent in a calm and fair approach
• Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
• Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential

We know you’re going to do great things, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a priority for us. We can offer you :

• Progression: If career development is your thing, we offer opportunities into teaching through our TKAT SCITT programme
• Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
• The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
• Access to trust resources and materials
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free eye tests
• Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

About Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery

Willow Brook Primary School currently has 198 pupils ranging from 3 – 11 years. At Willow Brook we ensure every child receives a well-rounded education, develops a lifelong love of learning and achieves their best. Our latest Ofsted Report (Nov 2022) recognised that children in Nursery and Reception classes are immersed in language. We are at the heart of the local community, to find out more visit our website here .

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily , the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’ , giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.

Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse

TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.

Access to interview

Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.

We are committed to building a culture where our values are evident in our everyday working, where respect and care for each other underpin our aspiration as an organisation.

Our motivation is to ensure all children can access the same opportunities and experiences whilst proudly celebrating their unique differences and backgrounds.

We are proud to have a workforce that has a shared belief of our purpose and values and one in which our staff, as well as our pupils, continue to thrive.

Choose to Shine at Willow Brook!

At Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery, we have a strong and enthusiastic team of staff and governors, all of whom are committed to making our school the best it can possibly be.

Our core values, which guide us all in everything that we do, are:

Respect

Resilience

Belief

Confidence

Trust

Hours

32.5 hours per week, Mon to Fri 8:30 am to 3.30pm with 30 min unpaid Lunch

Competitive

01-10-2026