Learning Support Assistant

Shorefields; Grays; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a passionate and proactive Learning Support Assistant to contribute to the academic and emotional development of students. The role involves classroom support, flexible work patterns, and engaging with a diverse student body. Competitive salary, opportunities for professional development and a supportive team environment await the successful candidate.

Benefits

£1000 Golden Hello

Staff well-being programme

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Long service awards

State of the art facilities

Paid 'My Day' annually

Excellent career development

Subsidised holiday provision for staff children

Free access to fitness suite

Staff nursery with competitive rates

Qualifications

• Candidates must have NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.
• Good standard of education; Maths and English GCSE grades A - C essential.
• Ability to provide excellent support in literacy and numeracy.

Responsibilities

• Support small group provision and intervention for SEND pupils.
• Write observations to inform assessments of student needs.
• Work flexibly with class teachers to enhance student learning.

Skills

Classroom Support

Organisation

Interpersonal Skills

Commitment to Achievement

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Maths and English GCSE grades A - C, or equivalent

Tools

ICT Knowledge

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC2644-119 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Actual Pro Rata Salary £17,361 - £19,246

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 27/06/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: TBC

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Part Time - Talk to us about flexible working

Closing Date: 27th June 2025 at 10am

Herringham Primary Academy is part of the Gateway Learning Community [GLC] which is a partnership of one secondary academy and four primary academies located within Tilbury and Chadwell St Mary in the borough of Thurrock, to the east of London. We are a vibrant, innovative and highly successful organisation: the place of choice to work and learn. Across the 5 academies of the GLC, we celebrate differences and pledge that everyone enjoys an equality of opportunity and is not discriminated against in any way.

We are looking to appoint a strong, enthusiastic, committed and creative classroom-based Learning Support Assistant. Successful candidates will be required to work flexibly taking direction from the class teachers and SENCo in adapting and planning activities to take students' learning forward. Key responsibilities relating to small group provision and intervention for SEND pupils. Our students' needs are at the core of our ethos and successful candidates will be required to support the emotional and social development of the young people they work with.

Candidates must be able to carry out and write up necessary observations to inform and evaluate the child's needs. They must be experienced classroom practitioners proactive in dealing with students and identifying groups or individuals who may be falling behind in their learning.

Candidates must be able to use their own initiative and will have the following:

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent is essential;

good standard of education; Maths and English GCSE grades A - C, or equivalent;

can provide excellent classroom support in literacy, numeracy and behavioural needs;

good organisation and inter-personal skills;

good knowledge of ICT;

be committed to high achievement from students and themselves.

Watch our video for an insight in to our academy:https://youtu.be/rnymR1LxuZ4

Read the latest Ofsted Report here: https://www.theglc.org.uk/page/?title=Ofsted+Reports&pid=21

Additional Benefits for Working for the GLC:

£1000 Golden Hello for successful candidates [LSA's applying directly to the GLC, only after a qualifying period of six months.]

Staff well-being programme: Including access to Westfield Health Insurance

Salary Sacrifice Schemes including Cycle to work Scheme

Long service awards after: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and years of service

State of the art facilities and access to high quality resources to support learning

A paid 'My Day' each year

Excellent career development and training

2 week October half term break

A supportive central team [reprographics, ICT, HR, Finance] which enables teachers to focus on teaching

Subsidised holiday provision for children of staff

Free Access to the Gateway Academy Fitness Suite

GLC Staff Nursery [Competitive rates and term time only]

We warmly welcome applicants who are interested in this position to visit our school prior to making an application. Please contact [e-mail] to arrange a visit.

The GLC embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

If you would like to apply for this position and join our school please visit our website and complete an online application form:https://glc.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-GLC-0154

The GLC is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures, the appointment will be subject to the completion of pre employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance and enhanced DBS disclosure.

In line with the recommended practice in the statutory guidance 'KCSIE' the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available online. The purpose is limited:

- to identify issues which call into question the applicants' suitability to work with children;

- to verify employment history

Only information related to the purposes stated will be shared with the Panel. Any information will be discussed with candidates at interview before any decisions regarding the recruitment process are made.

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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