Learning Support Assistant

Shorefields; Great Waltham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school is seeking a dedicated individual for a teaching/child support role starting on 23/02/2026. This exciting opportunity involves supporting children across the school, working 1:1 when necessary. Applicants should have excellent English and numeracy skills, alongside a passion for enhancing student learning. Qualified candidates will benefit from a caring community, professional development opportunities, and a health and wellbeing package. Flexible part-time options are available for the right candidate.

Benefits

Supportive school community

Health and wellbeing package

Local government pension scheme

Commitment to continuing professional development

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children and enhancing their learning.
• Previous experience in a Learning Support Assistant role is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Support various children across the school.
• Engage in 1:1 support as required.

Skills

High standard of written and spoken English

Excellent numeracy skills

Flexibility to respond to challenges

Experience alongside ASD children

Education

GCSE English grade C/4 or above

GCSE Maths grade C/4 or above

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC3217-123

Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Point 5-6

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

Application Close: 01/02/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC

Term Time 20 hours (part-time would be considered for the right candidate)

If you are passionate about providing the very best opportunities for every child, every day, and you feel you have the energy and enthusiasm to make the difference then we are offering an exciting opportunity to join our small, caring and friendly team.

The role will involve supporting various children across the school, some work will be 1:1. If you have the passion to grow and expand your role, we can support you with initiatives that enhance learning and promote wellbeing.

Applicants should have:

• A high standard of written and spoken English (GCSE English grade C/4 or above)
• Excellent numeracy skills(GCSE maths grade C/4 or above)
• A strong work ethic with flexibility to respond positively to challenges of day to day school life
• Previous experience of working within a LSA role or similar role is preferable but not essential
• Experience of working alongside ASD children on 1:1 is desirable

We can offer:

• wonderful children who are well behaved, happy and enthusiastic, are proud of their school and are keen to learn
• a caring and supportive school community with experienced colleagues who can offer help and support as required
• a warm, welcoming and inclusive ethos
• friendly and supportive staff
• a strong commitment to your continuing professional development- we are proud members of the National College
• a health and wellbeing package
• Access to the local government pension scheme

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to satisfactory reference, medical check and enhanced DBS check.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged, please contact the school office to arrange a visit.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Information about the School

Great Waltham Church of England VC Primary School is situated in the pretty village of Great Waltham catering for pupils from 4 - 11. The school was built in 1865 and has wonderful character and beautiful grounds.

Our school vision is 'Let all that you do be done in love'.

At the end of their time at Great Waltham Primary School, we aspire for all our children to have:

• Developed a strong work ethic both for their own benefit and the benefit of others.
• Developed a strong set of practical, social and emotional life skills.
• Developed, through the teaching of our Christian and British values, self-respect and respect for others, whatever their ability, race, religion or culture.
• Gained the skills to work independently, either on their own or as part of a group, and take responsibility for both themselves and others.

We pride ourselves in creating a caring environment based on Christian values which allows children to reach their full academic, social, moral and physical potential. The ethos of the school is to ASPIRE which is an acronym for Aspiration, Strength, Perseverance, Integrity, Responsibility and Empathy, all staff and children hold these values dearly.

Great Waltham C of E Primary School fully complies with information legislation. For the full details on how we use your personal information please click here http://www.greatwaltham.school/gdpr or call 01245 360395 if you are unable to access the internet.

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.

Nichola Goodwin – School Business Manager
South Street
Great Waltham, Chelmsford
Essex, CM3 1DF Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]