LSA

Shorefields; Maldon; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Limebrook Primary School & Nursery in Maldon, Essex, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join a dedicated team. You will work under the guidance of the Head Teacher and SENCo to support children in KS1, following school programmes and contributing to their progress.

The role requires experience in a similar setting, GCSE English or Maths at C or above, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusion. Part-time hours and a supportive staff environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational setting, particularly KS1.
• High expectations and commitment to learning.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support children by following school programmes and adapting planning.
• Liaise with class teacher, SENDCo and other professionals; maintain progress records.
• Be proactive, patient, and able to work independently to support pupils.

Skills

KS1 experience

Record keeping

Communication skills

Education

GCSE English/Maths C

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC854-63 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3 points 3-5

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

Application Close: 18/09/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: W/C 28/09/2026

32.5 hours per week - Essex Pay Band 3 NPS 3-5 (actual salary £19,439 - £20,056)

Monday to Friday 8:30 to 15:30 with a half hour unpaid lunch break

Are you keen to join a team who are passionate about putting children at the heart of everything we do?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team at Limebrook Primary School & Nursery.

The successful candidate will work under the guidance of the Head Teacher, SENDCo and the class teacher.

We are looking for someone with previous experience in a similar setting (KS1) who is capable of giving their knowledge and experience to the children in our school.

The ideal candidate will be expected to:

• Have experience in a similar educational setting
• Have consistently high expectations
• Support children by following programmes devised by the school and modify planning to suit the needs of the child/children
• Liaise with class teacher, SENCo and other professionals, maintaining accurate and detailed records of the child's progress towards targets
• Use their own initiative and work independently to support the child in making the best possible progress
• Be positive, encouraging and supportive in all interactions with children, colleagues and families.
• Remain calm and flexible, be caring and patient responding appropriately to the varying needs of pupils.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Maintain confidentiality and act professionally at all times.
• Be organised, reliable and able to manage time effectively.
• Be reflective and committed to improving their own practice.
• Have a proactive approach to CPD and further professional development
• Have a good standard of English and Mathematics (minimum GCSE Grade C or equivalent)
• Have a secure understanding of safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare and safety of all children.
• Be committed to promoting inclusion, equality and positive behaviour.
• Be willing to undertake first aid, manual handling or other relevant training, where required.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the SENCO or Head of School, appropriate to the responsibilities of the post.

We can offer you:

• A vibrant and rapidly improving school with rewards and opportunities for motivated and committed individuals
• Friendly, motivated and aspirational pupils
• A dedicated and collaborative staff team
• High-quality CPD and professional development opportunities through providers such as The National College and The Key.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to our staff benefits, exclusive rewards and discounts programme Perks at Work
• Opportunities for career progression within the Trust
• A positive working environment with a strong focus on staff wellbeing
• Cycle to work, home and technology sacrifice schemes

This is a public facing role and the successful candidate must speak fluent English.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant must provide satisfactory references and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check along with all relevant safeguarding checks. Limebrook Primary School & Nursery is an equal opportunities employer.

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.

Limebrook Primary School and Nursery
Tempest Road, Maldon
Essex, CM9 6NE Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]