Teaching Assistant - Fixed Term

Shorefields; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in Chelmsford is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to enhance the educational experience for all children. This fixed-term contract role offers a supportive environment, opportunities for professional development, and flexible work arrangements. Qualified candidates will have experience in childcare or education, an adaptive learning approach, and a commitment to student welfare.

Benefits

Regular professional development

Friendly and supportive team

Term time working - 13 weeks holiday

Overtime available for extracurricular activities

Opportunities to specialise and develop skills

Free tea and coffee

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare or education settings.
• Commitment to meeting the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs.
• Team player with accountability.

Responsibilities

• Work with individuals and groups of children to support learning.
• Adapt to the changing needs of learners across different classes.
• Collaborate with teachers and senior leaders.

Skills

Flexibility

Proactivity

Communication

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC2210-205 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Point 4-6

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Fixed

Application Close: 02/07/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: From Monday 7th July 2025

Teaching Assistant - initially 1 year fixed-term contract from September 2025, with the potential to become permanent

We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to work as part of our friendly team, driving improvement and supporting the learning of all children at Trinity Road Primary School in our inclusive community. We are seeking people who have had experience in childcare or education settings.

The post involves working with individuals, groups and whole classes of children and may be within different classes or age groups, according to the changing needs of learners. This will require someone who is flexible and open minded yet also seeks to ensure the best outcomes for children. It is a good opportunity to understand both child development and academic journeys for our young people.

You will need:

A commitment to meeting the needs of all pupils, including more able pupils and those with a Special Educational Needs and English as an additional Language.
To work flexibly and be adaptable to work across the school
To be proactive and willing to learn and apply new skills
Work well as part of a team working with senior leaders, class teachers and families.
To be self- motivated, intuitive and accountable

What we can offer you:

· Regular professional development, often alongside teachers and the senior team, including with our specialist speech and language therapists

· A friendly and supportive team

· Term time working - 13 weeks holiday a year

· Overtime available through running extra-curricular activities

· Opportunities to specialise and develop skills

· Free tea and coffee

Closing date: Wednesday 2nd July 2025

Interviews: From Monday 7th July 2025

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to a DBS check and satisfactory references.

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.

The Office Team
Trinity Road, Chelmsford
Essex, CM2 6HS Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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