Learning Support Assistant — Calm, Inclusive Help for Pupils

John Ray Junior School; Braintree; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

LGPS or TPS

Professional development

Cross-school opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff discounts

Family-friendly policies

Flexible working options

Job summary

Compass Eko Trust is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support children with special educational needs. You will work with individual pupils and alongside other children in the class to support their learning, under the guidance of the Inclusion team.

The role is term-time only plus two training days, 28.75 hours per week, with a fixed term contract until August 2027. You will join a collaborative, caring team committed to high standards and professional development.

Qualifications

• Patient, kind attitude with excellent communication skills.
• Love of working with children and ability to build positive relationships.
• Able to work as part of a team to support learning.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational needs in class and 1:1 settings.
• Contribute to a calm, inclusive learning environment.
• Participate in training and development with the Inclusion team.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Child engagement

Team player

Calm under pressure

Flexibility

Job description

Compass Eko Trust is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support children with special educational needs. You will work with individual pupils and alongside other children in the class to support their learning, under the guidance of the Inclusion team.

The role is term-time only plus two training days, 28.75 hours per week, with a fixed term contract until August 2027. You will join a collaborative, caring team committed to high standards and professional development.