Part-time Learning Support Assistant

St Teresa's; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Maylandsea Primary School is seeking a learning support assistant to work during term time, 10 hours per week, 13.15–15.15, Monday to Friday. The post supports a child with ASD/ADHD, helping with learning tasks, emotional regulation, and social engagement.

You will join a caring team, follow routines, and provide calm, structured support with good numeracy and literacy skills. Interview 21st September 2026; closing date 14/09/2026.

Qualifications

• Good numeracy and literacy skills are required.
• GCSE or equivalent in English and maths is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support in lessons and run interventions as directed by class teachers.
• Provide dedicated support for a child with ASD and ADHD, aiding emotional regulation and engagement.
• Maintain routines, boundaries, and a nurturing approach during transitions.
• Provide intimate care when required, maintaining the child’s dignity.
• Work with groups and individuals, communicating effectively and liaising with staff.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Education

GCSE English and maths

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC2994-157S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3

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

Application Close: 14/09/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: 21st September 2026

Term time only, 10 hours - 2 hours per day Monday - Friday. 13.15 - 15.15pm

To commence: as soon as possible

Maylandsea Primary School is part of Quantum Multi-Academy Trust and is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, reliable and capable learning support assistant who will have a positive impact on the children that they work with. Previous experience is highly desirable but not essential. You will be joining a team of hard working, friendly and adaptable LSAs working under the direction of class teachers supporting in lessons and running interventions.

We are seeking a calm, patient, and committed candidate to provide dedicated support for a child with ASD and ADHD, presenting with complex social, emotional, communication, and learning needs. The child requires a high level of adult reassurance, alongside a consistent, nurturing approach to support emotional regulation, engagement in learning, and overall wellbeing.

The successful candidate will be able to provide clear routines, firm but compassionate boundaries, and skilled co-regulation, particularly during transitions, periods of uncertainty, or times of heightened anxiety. The role will also include providing intimate care; therefore, sensitivity, professionalism, and a strong commitment to maintaining the child's dignity are essential.

The role involves providing close support to help the child maintain attention, engage with learning tasks, and develop independence. The successful candidate will support emotional regulation, social interaction, and sensory needs, using structured strategies and movement breaks where appropriate. You will play a key role in creating a predictable, nurturing, and emotionally safe learning environment in which the child can build confidence and thrive.

Suitable candidates will be able to interact with a wide range of children and use their own interpersonal skills to encourage the most from the children. Supporting groups of pupils and individuals including those with additional needs.

Also be able to work as part of a team and able to liaise with other members of staff. The successful applicant will be organised with good communication skills, able to demonstrate initiative and flexibility, and understand the professional nature of the role.

Together with the above attributes, a good standard of English and mathematics is required.

Qualifications: good numeracy and literacy skills - (GCSE or equivalent in English and maths are highly desirable).

Due to the number of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted once the advertisement has closed.

Interview date: 21st September 2026

Information about the School

Located on the picturesque Dengie Peninsula, just a 30-minute drive from Chelmsford City Centre, Maylandsea Primary School is proud to serve the local community with a nurturing and inclusive approach to education. We educate children aged between 4 and 11 years, fostering a vibrant, supportive atmosphere where every child is valued and encouraged to thrive.

At Maylandsea Primary School, we understand that every student is unique. We provide tailored support for disadvantaged pupils and those with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including children with Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans. Our dedicated team works closely with families to ensure that every child has the resources and encouragement they need to reach their full potential.

We believe that a child's well-being is fundamental to their success, both academically and personally. Our nurturing environment promotes confidence, resilience, and a positive attitude towards learning. Beyond the classroom, we offer a rich variety of extracurricular activities — from sports and music to clubs and community projects — designed to inspire creativity, teamwork, and leadership skills.

Our academic results at Key Stage 2 are consistently in line with national averages, demonstrating our commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. We strive not only to meet educational standards but to provide a broad and balanced curriculum that prepares our students for the next stages of their education and beyond.

Maylandsea Primary School is more than just a place to learn — it's a community where children feel safe, supported, and motivated to grow. We aim to maximise the full potential of each child and to nurture their spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.

QMAT is a dynamic and forward-thinking trust, comprising of one large secondary school and seven thriving primary schools, all rated Good or better by Ofsted. Our schools are united by a shared culture of excellence, where relationships, opportunity, care, and kindness are at the heart of everything we do.

We set high standards and expectations, nurturing the potential in every child and empowering them to forge successful pathways for the future. Our ethos is not just about what we achieve, but how we achieve it—with integrity, compassion, and a relentless commitment to improvement.

To find out more about QMAT or to view trust 'Policies, GDPR & Privacy Notices' or 'Governance' information visit the website: www.qmat.co.uk

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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