Learning Support Assistant - ASC Base (Maternity Cover)

Shorefields; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Excellent CPD opportunities

Career progression within the Trust

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Arthur Bugler Primary School in the United Kingdom is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for the ASC Base on a fixed-term, part-time basis. The role runs 32.5 hours per week during term-time with inset days, supporting pupils with ASC and working closely with teaching staff.

You will assist in planning activities, monitor progress, use educational software, and help create an inclusive learning environment for students.

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational or support role (ASC or SEN preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Behaviour management skills with trauma-informed approaches.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in planning and delivering tailored learning activities for small groups or one-to-one sessions.
• Contribute to developing Individual Education Plans and evaluate progress.
• Provide feedback and create reports for teaching staff.

Skills

ASC experience

IT skills

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Trauma-informed practices

Tools

Educational software

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - ASC Base (Maternity Cover)

Job Ref No. ECC2439-128S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Thurrock Band B Points 7 - 12

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

Application Close: 01/11/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: Thursday 12th November 2026

Learning Support Assistant - ASC Base(Maternity Cover)

Salary: Band B Point 7 - 12:£20,702.30 - £22,422.78 per annum

32 hours 30 minutes per week:Monday - Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm (with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break)
38 weeks of the year - Term time + inset days

Fixed Term until 31st August 2027
Start Date: 1st January 2027

Are you passionate about supporting children with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) in achieving their full potential? We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our ASC Resource Base team on a fixed term contract. You will work closely with teachers and other educational professionals, helping to create a structured, positive learning environment for pupils.

Key responsibilities

• Assist teachers in planning and delivering tailored learning activities for small groups or one-to-one sessions, focusing on pupils with ASC.
• Contribute to the development of Individual Education Plans and evaluate learning progress through structured assessments.
• Provide constructive feedback to pupils and create evidence-based reports for teaching staff.
• Promote a safe and inclusive environment, actively managing challenging behaviours using positive, trauma-informed practices.
• Support the use of IT and specialist curriculum software to enhance learning.
• Engage in school life, including extracurricular activities and school events.

The candidates will preferably have:

• Experience in an educational or support role, ideally working with children with ASC or other special educational needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Behaviour management skills, with an understanding of trauma-informed practices and positive handling strategies.
• An ability to adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs and support their progress.
• Competency with IT and educational technology to assist pupils in developing IT skills.
• Commitment to equality and diversity, aligned with school policies

Arthur Bugler Primary School is a vibrant and diverse school where children are enthusiastic and motivated to achieve endless possibilities. The children are at the heart of every decision we make to ensure that they are happy and confident and that the opportunities that are provided for them are relevant to their needs both now, and in the future. The School is proud to be:

• Friendly, caring and supportive, with a strong student council
• A place where pupils feel safe, happy, valued and respected
• An inclusive school, where everyone works hard to ensure all pupils receive stimulating learning experiences, with high expectations for all children
• A school that celebrates every child's individuality and success

Arthur Bugler Primary School is a member of the Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust. The Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is a Multi-Academy Trust, withtwelve member schoolswithin Essex. All schools in the Trust work in equal partnership and are members of the schools' Co-operative Society. Our Co-operative Values focus on enabling all students to achieve their potential both academically and as young people.

What the school can offer:

• 2-week October half term
• Recognition of continuous service
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Career progression throughout the Trust, with the ability to progress in other schools
• The support of an experienced family of schools
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent behaviour management policy to support all staff
• Wider support network for all staff including managing workloads and work-life balance

As a trust, we welcome applications from colleagues from all backgrounds.

Arthur Bugler Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on our formal application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. The Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

Closing Date: Sunday 1st November 2026
Interview Date: Thursday 12th November 2026

Information about the School

At Arthur Bugler, we endeavour to implement the ethos of our whole school community, where every individual feels important and included. We celebrate diversity which is embraced in a happy and secure environment. This is not just for pupils, we believe everyone should be taken care of. Our children, staff, governors, parents and volunteer helpers are valued and cared for making a positive and safe learning environment.

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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