Part-time Learning Support Assistant

St Teresa's; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Perkbox access (free)

Blue Light Card eligibility

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

The Stanway School in Colchester is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support SEN students and work with small groups under the guidance of teaching staff. The role runs 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, with a 30-minute unpaid break daily, and starts immediately.

You will foster a supportive environment, helping pupils reach their full potential through targeted activities in numeracy and literacy, with a focus on collaboration and high expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a school setting (primary or secondary)
• The ability to use your own initiative to resolve routine problems independently
• A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils
• A passion for working with children and helping them succeed
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Supporting SEN students with complex needs to learn as effectively as possible and to reach their full potential
• Working with individuals or small groups of children, in collaboration with teaching staff
• Proactively supporting students with activities designed to enhance numeracy and literacy

Skills

School experience

Initiative

Outcomes-focused

Working with children

Communication & teamwork

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC5462-392 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: LGPS 3, Point 6-7 (Actual Salary From £20,216)

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

Application Close: 18/11/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: Wednesday 25th November

Be a Part of the Stanway Standard at The Stanway School

Are you a determined professional who holds high expectations of yourself and others? Do you want to be part of a community that promotes kindness and celebrates success for all?

At The Stanway School, we are proud to be a trusted and respected member of the local community and that works exceptionally hard to provide the very best start for our young people, through outstanding teaching and the highest quality guidance and support. We believe in fostering a culture of respect, kindness, and hard work. We're looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to become a vital part of our community and help us create a positive and stimulating learning environment where every child can flourish.

Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer a diverse and vibrant environment where you can truly thrive.

• The successful candidate will work 32.5 hours per week (8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday). This includes a 30-minute unpaid break each day.
• This is a 39-week per year role, which includes working term time and non-pupil days.

A Day in the Life:

You'll be responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas:

• Supporting SEN students with complex needs to learn as effectively as possible and to reach their full potential.
• Working with individuals or small groups of children, in collaboration with teaching staff.
• Proactively supporting students with activities designed to enhance numeracy and literacy.

What We're Looking For:

You are the perfect fit for our team if you have:

• Experience of working in a school setting (primary or secondary)
• The ability to use your own initiative to resolve routine problems independently
• A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils
• A passion for working with children and helping them succeed
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

(Full details can be found in the Job Applicant Information Pack)

• Please note that an integration period applies to all new staff joining the Trust, to support introduction into the organisation.

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?

We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

• A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.
• Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.

Employee Benefits:

• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme
• A Health Cash Plan to help manage your everyday healthcare costs
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being
• Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, access to discounts via free membership to Perkbox, eligibility for a Blue Light Card, and more

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision 'To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts', where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

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• Interviews will take place on Wednesday 25th November 2026.
• Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised.
• We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position, so please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply.

We are managing all current recruitment directly and kindly request that agencies do not contact us regarding open positions.

Information about the School

About The Stanway SchoolThe Stanway School is a heavily over-subscribed 11-16 comprehensive school with over 1,300 students currently on roll, the vast majority of whom live in Stanway and the surrounding villages to the west of Colchester. The school is a specialist school in Humanities and Maths & Computing. We have undertaken a huge rebuilding programme and the Creative Arts block, the latest phase of our expansion project, opened in September 2018. By 2021, all year groups will be full with 280 students following this expansion of the school buildings. This is an exciting time to join an already successful school that is looking to continually improve practice: staff are enthusiastic and many take part in voluntary research groups into key areas of school life; students are well-behaved and achieve results above expectation; the culture of the school is calm and purposeful.In March 2012 The Stanway School converted to an academy and in September 2016 joined the newly formed Sigma Trust, a partnership of schools located in North East Essex covering both Colchester and Tendring.

John PlayerHeadteacherThe Stanway School

SafeguardingThe Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

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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Sigma Trust HR Team
The Stanway School
Winstree Road
Stanway, Colchester
Essex, CO3 0QA Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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