Learning Support Assistant Fixed term

Shorefields; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school in Chelmsford is seeking a 1-1 SEN Learning Support Assistant for a fixed-term position starting in September 2025. This part-time role involves supporting children with their educational needs, working closely with teachers and staff to create a nurturing environment. Candidates should possess qualifications in Maths and English and demonstrate a caring attitude and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Possess qualifications in Maths and English.
• Demonstrate calmness, caring attitude, initiative, and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Support children with personal and educational needs.
• Work as part of a team under the guidance of the class teacher and SENCo.
• Build effective relationships with staff, parents, and children.

Skills

Calmness

Caring attitude

Initiative

Flexibility

Education

Qualifications in Maths

Qualifications in English

Job description

Job Details

Job Ref No. ECC5250-79

Position Type: Teaching/Child Support

Pay Range: Scale 2 to 3 depending on experience

Start Date: 01/09/2025

Contract Type: Part-time, Fixed-term

Application Close: 20/06/2025, 4pm

Interviews: Week commencing 30th June 2025

Shortlisting Starts: 23/06/2025

Role Overview

We are seeking a 1-1 SEN Learning Support Assistant to start in September 2025. This fixed-term position involves supporting children within our school for the duration of their education.

The working hours are from 8.45am to 3.15pm, Monday to Friday, totaling 27.75 hours per week, including midday assistant duties on three days. The role is term-time only, 38 weeks per year.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team under the guidance of the class teacher and SENCo.
• Support children with personal and educational needs.
• Build effective relationships with staff, parents, and children.
• Demonstrate calmness, caring attitude, initiative, and flexibility.
• Possess qualifications in Maths and English.

Additional Information

Successful candidates will join a friendly, caring, and competent team of learning support staff. We are committed to safeguarding and expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance, and references. CVs are not accepted; only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Visits are welcome—please contact Mrs. Lindsey Murgatroyd at 01245 353755.

Application forms (CES only) should be submitted electronically to [e-mail] or by post to Mrs. Sophie Gibbs, Head of School, Our Lady Immaculate Primary School, New London Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0RG.

About the School

Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School became an Academy on 1st May 2012 and joined the Rosary Trust on 1st September 2019. All appointments involve safeguarding checks to ensure the welfare of children and young people.

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Contact Details

Mrs. Vanessa Williams
Our Lady Immaculate Primary School, Chelmsford
Essex, CM2 0RG
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]