Learning Support Assistant (Personal Care)

Shorefields; Maldon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community academy in Maldon is seeking a part-time Learning Support Assistant (Personal Care) to support SEND students' progress and wellbeing in accordance with the National Curriculum. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in Maths and English at GCSE level and will be enthusiastic and hardworking. This permanent role offers a salary of £16,103 pro rata, with hours during term time only, from Monday to Friday. Interested candidates should apply by the closing date of noon on 23 February 2026.

Qualifications

• Must have Maths and English qualifications at minimum C grade GCSE.
• TA qualification or Level 3 qualifications/A levels are desirable.
• The candidate should be hardworking and enthusiastic.

Responsibilities

• Support the progress and wellbeing of SEND students.
• Work in accordance with the job description for Learning Support Assistants.

Skills

Focus on teaching and learning

Enthusiasm

Hardworking

Education

Qualifications in Maths and English at minimum C grade GCSE

Desirable: TA qualification or Level 3 qualifications/A levels

Job description

Overview

Learning Support Assistant (Personal Care) – Plume, Maldon's Community Academy. This part‑time role is permanent and starts immediately. The post is in a strong SEND department with a good Ofsted status.

Responsibilities

• Support the progress, learning, achievement and wellbeing of SEND students in line with the National Curriculum, codes of practice and academy policies and procedures.
• Work in accordance with the Learning Support Assistant (Personal Care) job description.

Person Specification / Qualifications

• Qualifications in Maths and English at minimum C grade GCSE or equivalent Level 2 qualification.
• Desirable: TA qualification, child care qualification or Level 3 qualifications/A levels, or other relevant qualifications.
• Hardworking, enthusiastic and able to focus on teaching, learning and personal development of students (Year 7 to 13).

Remuneration and Working Time

• Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:10pm, term time only.
• Salary: Local Government Pay Scale; pro rata details apply. The advertised part of the salary is £16,103 (pro rata) including holiday pay, with actual offer dependent on point level and any allowances.

Application Process

If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs Dorcas Ologunde, Director of Human Resources, at [e-mail] to arrange a telephone conversation. You may also contact the Director of Human Resources for further information about the academy.

To apply, please complete the Online Plume Academy application form at https://plumetrust.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-PT-0124 and submit to [e-mail] by the closing date. Unaccompanied CVs or third‑party application forms will not be accepted.

Closing Date: noon Monday, 23 February 2026 (12:00 midday).

Interviews are likely to take place during the week commencing Monday, 23 February 2026.

The Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check. The Plume Academy welcomes applications from all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.

Information about the School

Work in an environment where you feel valued and recognised, with opportunities for development and growth. Plume Academy is the third largest secondary school in Essex (single academy trust) and employs over 250 staff across two campuses.

We are focused on development, innovation and safeguarding of children. All appointments are subject to DBS and immigration checks, references and demonstration of ability.

For discussions about the role, contact the HR Department prior to completing the application form.

We look forward to hearing from you.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure safeguarding of children and young people.

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Note on other Learning Support Assistant roles: White Hall Academy (Closing: 30/01/2026), Templars Academy (Closing: 30/01/2026), East Tilbury Primary School (Closing: 30/01/2026).