Learning Support Assistant

Shorefields; Tendring; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Manningtree High School is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join the Learning Support team in a role that supports students to access the curriculum and develop essential skills. You will work closely with teachers and the SENDCo, in classroom and small-group settings, contributing to a caring, inclusive school environment.

The position runs Monday to Friday, 08:30–15:00 with a 1-hour unpaid break (27.5 paid hours), term-time only, starting 01/01/2027.

Responsibilities

• Support students in the classroom and in small groups.
• Help students access the curriculum and develop key skills.
• Assist teachers and SENDCo to support learning and build student confidence.

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC5470-318 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3, points 6-7

Position Start Date: 01/01/2027 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 22/11/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC

Manningtree High School is looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated Learning Support team.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support students in achieving their full potential within a supportive and inclusive school environment.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the SENDCo to provide support to students, both in the classroom and in small groups.

Your role will be vital in helping students access the curriculum, develop key skills, and build confidence

Working Pattern Monday - Friday 08:30-15:00 with a 1 hour unpaid break during the day (27.5 paid hours) Term Time Only

*Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date if a high volume of suitable applications is received*

Information about the School

Manningtree High School is a warm and welcoming learning community. We are ambitious for our students and our staff.

The school is situated close to areas of natural beauty on the Essex/Suffolk border. We have a comprehensive intake who travel from a wide area around: we are consistently oversubscribed.

The continuous improvement of teaching and learning is important to us and we want to recruit staff who love their profession and are energised by helping young people gain knowledge and skills. Our students are well behaved and enjoy belonging to MHS. Pastoral care is a real strength.

On the 1st September 2019 Manningtree High School became a member of the Alpha Trust, joining the Gilberd School, Colchester County High School for Girls, Home Farm Primary School and the planned Trinity School in that Multi Academy Trust.

Following our recent Section 5 Full Ofsted Inspection In January 2025, Manningtree High School has been rated 'Good' in all four key areas - Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership and Management. The inspection judged safeguarding to be effective, Ofsted referenced that students are safe, and adults had their best interests at the forefront of their thinking.

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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Tamora Flowers
Manningtree High School
Colchester Road
Lawford, Manningtree
Essex, CO11 2BW Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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