Learning Support Assistant (SEND)

Shorefields; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary school in Brentwood is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (SEND) to join their successful team. The role involves supporting children with EHCPs by assisting in differentiated teaching and learning. Applicants should have a minimum of GCSEs in Mathematics and English. The position is part-time and requires commitment to the school's Christian ethos and safeguarding principles. Competitive hourly rate applies for term time only.

Qualifications

• Experience with children supported through an EHCP is preferable.
• Ability to implement Individual Provision Plans is needed.
• Knowledge of the National Curriculum and school policies is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support learning in line with the National Curriculum.
• Work under the direction of the SENCo and class teacher.
• Assist in implementing adapted and differentiated teaching.

Skills

Patience

Flexibility

Support for children with learning difficulties

Understanding of ADHD/ASD

Education

GCSE Mathematics and English grade C or equivalent

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC3592-83S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: LGS Scale 3 Spine Point 5-6

Position Start Date: 16/03/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 20/02/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: Wednesday 25th February 2026

LGS Scale 3 Spine Point 5-6
Hourly rate range: £13.64 to £13.85 [Term time only]

The Governors are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant (SEND) to join our strong and successful team.

We are inviting applications for an experienced, dedicated and caring Learning Support Assistant to work with children supported through an EHCP within our primary school. The successful candidate will assist in supporting adapted and differentiated teaching and learning as well as implementing Individual Provision Plans. Experience of supporting children with general learning difficulties, language skills and ADHD/ASD would be beneficial but not essential. Applicants should specify their experience and suitability for this post.

The main duties include working under the direction and in partnership with the SENCo and class teacher to support learning in line with the National Curriculum, Person Centred Plans and Consistent Management Plans; joining a team of dedicated LSA's, supporting codes of practice, school policies and procedures.

Suitable applicants will need to demonstrate patience, flexibility and a commitment to supporting learners in their academic, social, emotional wellbeing and personal development.

The successful applicants will need to support the Christian ethos of the school.

Minimum qualification of GCSE Mathematics and English grade C would be preferable or equivalent qualification.

'St. Thomas of Canterbury C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding principles and promoting the welfare of children in our care and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures the successful applicant will be appointed subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, satisfactory references and medical clearance.'

Visits to the school are welcome and further information is available via the school website (www.stthomaspri.org)

For further details please contact Miss Katy Forder in the School Office.

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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Miss Katy Forder
St Thomas of Canterbury CE Primary School
Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood
Essex, CM15 9BX Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]