Learning Support Assistant (LSA) SEND

TKAT

Maldon

On-site

GBP 19,000 - 20,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Career development

Cycle to work

Free eye tests

Employee assistance

Work life balance

Promotion opportunities

Job summary

Maldon Primary School, part of the TKAT family, is recruiting a dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant on a fixed-term contract ending 21 July 2027. You will support children with ADHD and neurodiversity, assisting in delivering engaging lessons one-to-one and in small groups.

The role emphasises collaboration with teachers, developing appropriate resources and teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs. Passion and commitment to our mission are valued as highly as experience.

Qualifications

Great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children.
Understanding of educational, welfare and social needs of the children.
Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team.
Consistent in a calm and fair approach.
Committed to raising achievement of all students.
Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach academic potential.

Responsibilities

Assist in delivery of engaging teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
Support development of resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs.
Work with teachers to ensure provisions support learning.

Skills

Great communicator

Understanding of educational, welfare,

Team player

Calm and fair approach

Commitment to raise achievement

Passionate about supporting neurodiver

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated and inclusive SEN Learning Support Assistant t o join our supportive and collaborative team.

Please note this is a fixed-term contract ending on 21st July 2027.

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you have a patient, compassionate nature and a genuine interest in supporting children with ADHD and neurodiversity in their learning and development?

You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.

This is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference. It’s not necessarily your experience that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.

You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers. This is a great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.

We are looking for someone who is:

A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
Consistent in a calm and fair approach
Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential

Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, we can offer you :

Excellent ongoing CPD, career development and vast promotion opportunities across the trust
Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
Cycle to work scheme
Free eye tests
Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

About Maldon Primary School

Our staff team is committed to providing a secure, happy and calm environment in which all children are able to thrive socially, emotionally and academically. We are a friendly and engaging school with strong connections amongst our local community, to find out more visit our website here.

To discover what makes Maldon so extraordinary, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01621 853409 or email office.manager@maldon-tkat.org

About TKAT

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily , the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’ , giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.

Please note this vacancy will close at midday on 20th August 2026 however, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.

Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse

TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.

Access to interview

Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.

We are committed to building a culture where our values are evident in our everyday working, where respect and care for each other underpin our aspiration as an organisation.

Our motivation is to ensure all children can access the same opportunities and experiences whilst proudly celebrating their unique differences and backgrounds.

We are proud to have a workforce that has a shared belief of our purpose and values and one in which our staff, as well as our pupils, continue to thrive.

We want every child to achieve their full potential recognising and celebrating their own achievements and aspirations, as well as those of others.

At Maldon Primary School we encourage positive attitudes and resilience in learning and set high expectations. Staff support pupils in achieving their potential so that they can make the best possible progress and therefore are prepared for their secondary education.

The Maldon values are: