Learning Support Assistant

Great Baddow High School; Wickford; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

St Luke's Park Primary School is seeking a learning support assistant to join a dedicated team. Term time only, 15.83 hours across 5 afternoons, with an immediate start if shortlisted.

You will support in lessons and run interventions for primary pupils, including those with autism and other needs, under the direction of class teachers. The role requires good English and maths, reliable teamwork, and the ability to communicate and be flexible.

Qualifications

• Good numeracy and literacy skills; GCSE English and maths highly desirable.
• Previous LSA experience is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work in a team and support in lessons and interventions.
• DBS check and references required.

Responsibilities

• Support in lessons and run interventions for pupils.
• Support groups and individuals including those with special educational needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff; communicate effectively.
• Assist with SEN pupils in KS2 and adapt materials.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Initiative & Flexibility

Enthusiastic & Reliable

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Term time only, 5 afternoons per week, 15.83 hours, 12.00 - 15.10pm

To commence as soon as possible

Interview date:

18th September 2026

St Luke's Park Primary School is part of Quantum Multi-Academy Trust and is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, reliable and capable learning support assistant who will have a positive impact on the children that they work with. Previous experience is highly desirable but not essential. You will be joining a team of hard working, friendly and adaptable LSAs working under the direction of class teachers supporting in lessons and running interventions.

This contract will be a 1-year fixed term contract to work with SEN pupils in KS2 with a range of special educational needs, including autism and complex cognition and learning needs. Suitable candidates will be able to interact with a wide range of children and use their own interpersonal skills to encourage the most from the children. Supporting groups of pupils and individuals including those with additional needs.

Suitable candidates will need to be able to work as part of a team and be able to liaise with other members of staff. The successful applicant will be organised with good communication skills, able to demonstrate initiative and flexibility, and understand the professional nature of the role.

Together with the above attributes, a good standard of English and mathematics is required.

Qualifications: good numeracy and literacy skills - (GCSE or equivalent in English and maths are highly desirable).

Due to the number of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted once the advertisement has closed.

St Luke's Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check and references will be required.