Learning Support Assistant- Thriftwood School & College - SCHOOL Site, Galleywood

Shorefields; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-respected school in Chelmsford is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support students with moderate learning difficulties. This part-time position offers a friendly environment with opportunities for professional development and a commitment to staff wellbeing. A positive attitude and openness to learning are essential for this role.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Support for career progression

Commitment to staff wellbeing

Additional week's pay for training

Social and caring team environment

Qualifications

• Open-minded, 'can-do' attitude.
• Willingness to learn in the role.

Responsibilities

• Support students with moderate learning difficulties aged 7-13 years.
• Help manage everyday activities and learning experiences.

Job description

Learning Support Assistant- Thriftwood School & College - SCHOOL Site, Galleywood

Job Ref No. ECC7063-220S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 4, Point 7

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 27/06/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: 4th July 2025

Thriftwood School, Slades Lane Galleywood, Chelmsford, CM2 8RW

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT for SEN MLD students Aged 7-13yrs
(Monday - Friday) 30hrs, 35mins

REQUIRED: September 2025

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

LGPCD Pay Scale: 4, Point 7 (Range 7-8)

Actual Salary: From £18,573.00 (point 7) under 5 years' service to £19,117.00 (point 7) over 5 years' service, per annum (pro-rata) depending on experience and length of service

Closing Date: Midday 27th June 2025

Interview Date: Friday 4th July 2025

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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