Learning Support Assistant / Learning Mentor

Shorefields; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Career progression

Employee counselling

Staff wellbeing

Competitive pay

Job summary

Thriftwood College in Chelmsford seeks a Learning Support Assistant / Learning Mentor to support pupils with moderate learning difficulties. You will help students with communication, social and physical needs and assist them with everyday activities.

Our most important requirement is an open-minded, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn in the role. No prior teaching experience is required, as we provide professional development and a supportive team within the SEAX Trust.

Qualifications

• No prior experience in education required; open-minded and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with moderate learning difficulties in daily activities.
• Assist with communication, social and physical skills as part of daily routines.
• Contribute to a respectful, caring classroom environment.

Skills

Open-minded

Can-do attitude

Willing to learn

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC7063-243 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3/4, point 6 (Range 6-9)

Position Start Date: 09/11/2026 Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 05/10/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: 9th October 2026

Job Description
Download printable version Learning Support Assistant / Learning Mentor - Thriftwood College

LGPCD Pay Scale: 3/4, Point 6 (Range 6-9)

Actual Salary: From £18,867.00 to £19,786.00 (These figures include the holiday pay entitlement for someone with less than five years' continous service, as specified by the Essex County Council Modification Order).

Start Date ASAP

Would you like a job in Chelmsford that fits around your personal life?

Would you like to work with respectful, well-mannered students and join a friendly team of like-minded colleagues?
Would you like to leave work each day knowing you've made a difference?
Thriftwood is a well-respected, 'Outstanding' provision for pupils with moderate learning difficulties. Our students have a range of different needs, which may include difficulties with communication, social or physical skills and, because of this, they often need a little extra help to manage everyday activities.

At Thriftwood, we believe that learning is life-long and that it applies to everyone, including our staff. Prior experience of working in education isn't therefore necessary - our most important requirement is for someone with an open-minded, 'can-do' attitude, who is willing to learn in the role.

We can offer you:

A range of high quality professional development opportunities
Varied, interesting and highly rewarding work
Support to progress your career at Thriftwood and across the SEAX Trust schools
Very competitive pay, including an additional week's pay per annum to cover training and development
A commitment to staff wellbeing, including an employee assistance programme offering free counselling to all staff and their close family members
A social, caring and dedicated team of colleagues, focussed on the best outcomes for all students and staff
A bright new future

For additional information and queries please telephone Helen Hales on 01245 262779 for College or Tracey Imhof on 01245 266880 for School

Thriftwood is part of the SEAX Trust group of special schools

The SEAX Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This includes obtaining references, medical checks and ensuring compliance with the Disclosure and Barring Service process

Information about the School
Thriftwood is an outstanding SEND School and College, offering a wealth of opportunities and experiences to its pupils, their families and staff. It is based on two sites in Chelmsford; Thriftwood School site lies in Galleywood and Thriftwood College in Melbourne. It forms a part of the SEAX Multi-Academy Trust, which encompasses SEND provisions across Essex https://www.seaxtrust.com/

Information about the School

Thriftwood is an outstanding SEND School and College, offering a wealth of opportunities and experiences to its pupils, their families and staff. It is based on two sites in Chelmsford; Thriftwood School site lies in Galleywood and Thriftwood College in Melbourne. It forms a part of the SEAX Multi-Academy Trust, which encompasses SEND provisions across Essex https://www.seaxtrust.com/

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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