SEN Learning Support Assistant

Shorefields; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Stourview CofE Primary Academy in Mistley, Essex, seeks a Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support under the SENDCo, helping children access a mainstream setting and deliver EHCP provisions. The role emphasises social, emotional, and academic development in a nurturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have SEMH experience, a calm, patient approach, and may have or be willing to undertake ELSA training, with additional value placed on cooking or drama session delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting vulnerable pupils, particularly SEMH needs.
• ELSA training or willing to undertake training.
• Calm, nurturing approach with ability to engage in cooking or drama sessions.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support under the direction of the SENDCo.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to deliver EHCP provision.
• Support social, emotional, and academic development in a nurturing environment.

Skills

1:1 support

SEMH experience

ELSA training

cooking sessions

drama sessions

patience and empathy

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC2123-82S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 4 (Pt 8 - 9)

Position Start Date: 02/11/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Fixed

Application Close: 30/09/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: 06/10/2026 Shortlisting Starts: 01/10/2026

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and proactive Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our dedicated SEND team. This role involves working closely with children who have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP) to support their access to a mainstream school setting.

You will play a key role in helping to deliver the individualised provision outlined in the children's EHCP, supporting their social, emotional, and academic development within a nurturing and inclusive environment.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be working under the direction of the SENDCo providing 1:1 support. Your role will involve working alongside our wider teaching team to create a nurturing and structured environment.

We are looking for an individual who is eager to learn, implement innovative strategies and demonstrate patience and empathy in their practice. Experience in supporting vulnerable pupils particularly those SEMH needs would be advantageous. Having previously undertaken ELSA training or an interest in undertaking this in the future would also be beneficial.

This role would be well suited to an individual with a calm, nurturing approach. Experience of delivering or supporting cooking or drama sessions to children would also be highly regarded.

If you are passionate about making a difference, dedicated to ensuring every child achieves their potential, and inspired to be part of something special, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Working hours for this role are Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 12.30pm.

Actual salary starts at £12,840 per annum. This role is to start on 2nd November 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

This role is initially offered on a fixed-term contract on a part-time basis. Initially the end date for this role will be offered as 31st August 2028. There is scope that working hours could increase in the future.

Information about the School

Stourview CofE Primary Academy is an exciting and forward-thinking primary school located in Mistley, Essex.

Formerly known as Mistley Norman, we are undergoing a significant transformation as part of the government's School Rebuilding Programme. While our state-of-the-art new building is under construction, our pupils are thriving in a modern modular facility that ensures continuity and quality in their education.

As part of our evolution, we recently joined Canonium Learning Trust, a dynamic and supportive education trust specialising in small, rural, and village schools across North and Mid Essex. This partnership strengthens our commitment to delivering exceptional education while fostering collaboration and professional development for our staff.

As a proud Church of England school, guided by the vision to educate for "life in all its fullness" (John 10:10), our school places equal importance on spiritual, physical, intellectual, emotional, moral, and social development. We aim to nurture knowledgeable, thoughtful, and articulate individuals equipped with the values and cultural capital to succeed in an ever-evolving world.

At Stourview, we are proud of our inclusive and welcoming community, underpinned by our core Christian values of respect, compassion, honesty, perseverance, and responsibility. Our ambitious vision, coupled with the support of Canonium Learning Trust, marks the start of an exciting new era for our school, staff, and pupils.

Joining our team means being part of a supportive, collaborative environment where you can help shape the future of our school and inspire the next generation.

Tes Trust of the Year 2025

Canonium Learning Trust is a charitable educational trust comprising a growing family of schools across Essex. We are proud to have been named "Tes Trust of the Year" (9 Schools or Fewer) in 2025, a national award that recognises excellence in education, innovation in leadership, and the power of community collaboration.

At the heart of our Trust is a shared belief that every child deserves the best possible education, regardless of the size or location of our school. We work relentlessly to nurture each child's potential and enthusiasm for learning, so that they leave our schools ready to embrace future challenges and make a positive contribution to society.

To learn more about Canonium Learning Trust - a Church of England Multi Academy Trust in Essex - please visit:https://www.canonium.org/multi-academy-trust-in-essex

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.