SEND Learning Support Assistant x2

East Tilbury Primary School; East Tilbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Excellent CPD opportunities

Career progression within the Trust

Supportive network of schools

Job summary

East Tilbury Primary School is seeking two SEND Learning Support Assistants to join a dedicated team. The role focuses on supporting pupils with special educational needs within the classroom to improve educational outcomes.

The successful candidates will have experience or interest in supporting children with SEND, including autism, with a passion for helping pupils succeed and guiding their learning journey. The role includes lunchtime support and a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027.

Qualifications

• A good standard of English and Mathematics (GCSE or equivalent).
• Basic computer/IT skills required.
• NVQ qualifications or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within the classroom to enhance learning and educational outcomes.
• Demonstrate resilience and de‑escalation skills when needed.
• Build nurturing relationships and assist with learning activities.
• Provide support during lunchtime as required.
• Assist with personal care when required and maintain pupil safety.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Basic IT skills

SEND experience

Education

GCSEs English & Maths

NVQ or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

None

Job description

SEND Learning Support Assistants x2

Salary: Thurrock Band B Point 7-12

(£18,166.42 - £19,676.15 actual salary per annum)

29 hours and 10 minutes per week

8:40am - 3:10pm with a 10-minute unpaid break and a 30-minute unpaid lunch break

37 weeks of the year - term time only

Start Date: 2nd November 2026

Fixed term until 31st August 2027

We are excited to offer a new opportunity for two SEND Learning Support Assistants to join our dedicated and successful team. This role involves supporting students within the classroom environment to enhance learning and improve educational outcomes.

About the Role:
We are seeking individuals with experience or genuine interest in supporting children with special educational needs, such as autism. You will have a passion for helping pupils succeed and guiding them on their learning journey.

The successful candidate will:

• Understand the subjects they support and apply rules fairly and consistently.
• Demonstrate resilience and excellent de‑escalation skills.
• Build nurturing, supportive relationships with pupils.
• Take a practical, hands‑on approach to assisting teaching and learning.
• Provide support during lunchtime as required.
• Essential Skills and Qualifications:
• A good standard of English and Mathematics (GCSE or equivalent).
• Basic computer skills.
• Relevant NVQ qualifications or equivalent (preferred).
• Previous experience in a similar role (desirable).

The ideal candidate should:

• Demonstrate experience or a strong interest in supporting pupils with diverse needs, such as Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, ADHD, speech and language difficulties.
• Possess a good standard of English and Mathematics (GCSE grades 4-9 or equivalent preferred).
• Have prior experience working with children who exhibit challenging behaviour.
• Understand and apply effective strategies to engage pupils with significant and specific needs.
• Be flexible and adaptable in managing timetables and daily routines.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills.
• Be confident in liaising with parents and relevant staff members.
• Be willing and able to assist with personal care when required.
• Demonstrate strong behaviour management skills.

This role will include:

• Confidently managing physical demands, dysregulation and undertaking relevant training as required.
• Supporting pupils to remain engaged in learning activities.
• Promoting inclusion and acceptance of all students within the classroom environment.
• Acting as a positive role model by setting high standards of conduct and encouraging positive behaviour to maintain a safe and inclusive learning space.
• Providing feedback to the classroom teacher on pupil progress, lesson engagement, and maintaining accurate pupil‑related records.
• Responding to immediate issues or emergencies in line with school policies on health and safety, welfare, wellbeing, and safeguarding.
• Offering additional support to teachers during lessons.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with pupils in the classes being covered.

East Tilbury Primary School is located in the heart of East Tilbury, near the town centre, a short distance from the train station, which is on the C2C Line between Shoeburyness and Fenchurch Street Station. Parking is available on‑site and there are good transport links by both rail and bus. East Tilbury Primary School is just over nine miles from the M25.

What the school can offer:

• Two Week October Half‑Term
• Recognition of continuous service
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Career progression throughout the Trust, with the ability to progress in other schools
• The support of an experienced family of schools
• National Conditions of Service
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent behaviour management policy to support all staff
• Wider support network for all staff including managing workloads and work‑life balance

As a trust, we welcome applications from colleagues from all backgrounds.

East Tilbury Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on our formal application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre‑employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. The Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

Closing date: Friday 25th September 2026 - Midday

Interview date: Monday 5th October 2026

We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate before the closing date.

Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.