Early Years Learning Support Assistant

Shorefields; Wickford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Wickford is seeking a part-time Learning Support Assistant to work 25 hours weekly. The role involves leading a play-based curriculum and providing support for children, including those with additional needs. Ideal candidates will possess a strong work ethic, high-level English skills, and a calm demeanor. This is a permanent role, starting on 23rd February 2026, with applications closing on 19th January 2026. Interviews will be held on 21st January 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in a teaching or support role with children.
• Understanding of children's needs, including those with additional needs.
• Ability to respond positively to challenges in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a play-based curriculum.
• Support teaching of phonics and early reading.
• Deliver small group intervention for extra support.
• Provide intimate care needs for children.
• Assist SEND children to access learning.
• Facilitate access for children with disabilities.

Skills

High standard of written and spoken English

Strong work ethic

Calm and motivated attitude

Willingness to undertake training

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC2005-57 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3 (point 5-6)

Position Start Date: 23/02/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 19/01/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: Wednesday 21st January 2026

Part Time - 25 hours per week - 08:30 - 14:30, Monday - Friday

38 Working Weeks (Term Time only)

Grange Primary School is a 1.5 form entry primary school in Wickford with well-behaved pupils who are eager to learn and incredibly supportive parents and governors. At Grange Primary School, our aim is to create a welcoming and supportive ethos for staff and pupils.

Responsibilities

• Leading a play-based curriculum
• Supporting teaching of phonics/early reading
• Delivering small group intervention activities to support those needing extra support
• Supporting children's intimate care needs e.g. dressing, changing, supporting toileting across the school
• Supporting SEND children with high support and/or medical needs, in order to enable them to access learning
• Supporting children with physical and neurological disabilities to be able to access all classroom areas and to learn with their peers

Qualifications

• A high standard of written and spoken English
• A strong work ethic with flexibility to respond positively to challenges of day-to-day school life
• A calm and motivated attitude with a clear understanding of the needs of all children - including children with additional needs
• A willingness to undertake training in order to develop professional skills and knowledge, as well as to support specific needs of the children

If you are interested in applying or would like a tour of the school beforehand, please contact Mrs Fealy at the school on 01268 734420.

Deadline for applications: midday on Monday 19th January 2026

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 21st January 2026

Start date: Monday 23rd February 2026

Information about the School

Welcome to Grange Primary School

I am delighted to welcome you to Grange Primary School, which is a thriving school in the heart of Wickford. We pride ourselves on having strong links with parents and the local community, and providing children with a high-quality education, enabling them to achieve their potential. We are proud of the outcome of our recent Ofsted inspection and we are graded 'Good' in all areas. Our pupils' excellent behaviour was recognised as well as our highly ambitious curriculum and expectations.
At Grange Primary School, the staff and governing board are proud to be working together to provide the very best of opportunities for our pupils academically, socially and emotionally. We have created and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning and academic success amongst all of our pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.

At Grange our core values are Determination, Co-operation and Imagination, alongside our motto of 'Strive towards excellence'. These are nurtured and celebrated in all aspects of school life.

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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