Learning Support Assistant with SEN Experience x 2

Shorefields; Colchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school is seeking two Learning Support Assistants with experience in supporting children with special educational needs. The successful candidates will be highly motivated team players, dedicated to enhancing children's learning experiences and providing necessary support for their academic and social development. The role is permanent, full-time, starting immediately, and comes with the opportunity to contribute to a caring and collaborative community.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of collaborative working with teachers and professionals.
• Ability to follow personalized planning and provide evidence for EHCP applications.
• High motivation to support child learning.

Responsibilities

• Support children with a diagnosis of ASD, ADHD, and communication difficulties.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and external professionals.
• Follow personalized planning and assist in evidence gathering for EHCP.

Skills

Team Player

Patience

Understanding

Education

GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

Job description

Learning Support Assistant with SEN Experience x 2

Job Ref No. ECC2100-183S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3 Point 5

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 27/06/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: 3rd July 2025

Braiswick Primary School are looking to recruit two Learning Support Assistants with SEN experience, for example working with children with a diagnosis of ASD, ADHD and/or communication difficulties.

You will be highly motivated and invested in moving a child's learning forward through your support.

We are a two-form entry primary school with happy, self-motivated children, supportive parents and a creative and dynamic staff team. We ensure that staff and parents work together to support the development of all children both academically as well as socially and emotionally.

Have a solid understanding of collaborative working with teachers, external professionals as well as the school SENco. To follow personalised planning and be able to provide evidence to support EHCP applications

You will need:

To be a team player as well as being able to use your own initiative

To be patient, tolerant and understanding
To have GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.

In line with recommended practice in the statutory guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education", the school will conduct searches for information onshortlisted candidateswhich is publicly available on-line. The purpose is limited:

· to identify issues which call into question the applicant's suitability to work with children.

· to verify employment history.

Only information related for the purposes stated will be shared with the Panel. Any information will be discussed with candidates at interview before any decisions regarding the recruitment process are made.

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Information about the School

Braiswick Primary is the third school of the Learning Pathways Academy Trust which also includes Lyons Hall Primary in Braintree and White Hall Academy in Clacton-On-Sea. Our school, alongside the other schools in the Trust, aims to inspire our children to achieve well, have very high aspirations and to be valuable, well-rounded and happy members of their community.

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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