Learning Support Assistant - Fixed Term until 31/8/2027

Essex Co; Braintree; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS or TPS

Professional development

Flexible working options wherePossible

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Notley Green Primary School, part of Compass Eko Trust, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for a fixed-term role until 31 August 2027. The post is term-time (38 weeks plus 2 inset days), 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30–13:00, with a starting salary around £13,561.58 per year (actual).

Immediate start and an application close date of 22/09/2026. The school supports a knowledge-rich curriculum, collaborative professional development, and safeguarding commitments, with a trust-wide

Qualifications

• Work directly with children supporting their learning in and out the classroom.
• Ideally have a working knowledge of autism and ADHD.
• Collaborate with the class team and wider school colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support individual learners and small groups during lessons.
• Assist with classroom routines and behaviour management.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Learning support

Autism awareness

ADHD awareness

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Fixed Term until 31/8/2027

Job Ref No. ECC2000-130S Position Type: Administration Pay Range: from £13,561.58 Annually (Actual)

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Fixed

Application Close: 22/09/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: 5th October 2026

Contract type: Term time (38 weeks per year plus 2 inset days) - fixed term

Hours: 22.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 08:30 - 13:00)

In this role, you will:

• - Work directly with children supporting their learning in and out the classroom.
• - Ideally have a working knowledge of autism and ADHD.
• - Work with your immediate class team and the wider school team.
• -Notley Green Primary School is part of Compass Eko Trust, which is a family of 28 schools working as one system to improve outcomes for every child. We are united by a clear commitment: every child achieving, without exception.

Through a knowledge-rich curriculum, strong professional collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence, we support our schools to deliver high-quality education in their communities.

Our schools sit at the heart of everything we do. The Trust exists to bring clarity, consistency and support so leaders can focus on what matters most - teaching and learning.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and hard working person to support the individual needs of the children you are working with.

As part of our Trust, you will be part of a professional community where:

• -Schools work together, sharing expertise and improving practice
• -Staff benefit from strong professional networks and collaboration across schools
• -Development is supported through coaching, CPD and leadership pathways
• -You are not working in isolation - you are part of a wider system

Our offer:

• -Competitive pay and conditions aligned to national frameworks
• -Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS)
• -Access to a structured programme of professional development
• -Opportunities to work across schools and develop your career
• -Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support
• -Access to staff benefits and discount schemes
• -Family-friendly policies and flexible working options where possible

Compass Eko Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date for applications: 22nd September 2026 at midnight.

Information about the School

Notley Green Primary School is part of Compass Eko Trust, which is a family of 28 schools working as one system to improve outcomes for every child. We are united by a clear commitment: every child achieving, without exception.

Through a knowledge-rich curriculum, strong professional collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence, we support our schools to deliver high-quality education in their communities.

Our schools sit at the heart of everything we do. The Trust exists to bring clarity, consistency and support so leaders can focus on what matters most - teaching and learning.

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.

Jenny Thompson, Office Lead
Blickling Road
Great Notley, Braintree
Essex, CM77 7ZJ Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]