Learning Support Assistant

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

Job summary

An innovative educational institution in Tilbury seeks a Learning Support Assistant to enhance student learning across all year groups. Responsibilities include supporting teachers, planning activities for students with special educational needs, and promoting academic progress. Applicants should possess good GCSE results and skills in literacy, numeracy, and behaviour support. A competitive package of benefits is offered, including a £1,000 Golden Hello after 12 months and a comprehensive wellbeing programme.

Benefits

£1,000 Golden HELLO scheme

Westfield Health Insurance

Salary sacrifice schemes (Electric Car, Cycle to Work)

Long-service awards

State-of-the-art facilities

Paid ‘My Day’ each year

Subsidised holiday for staff families

Qualifications

• Good standard of education; Maths and English GCSE grades A-C or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience supporting children with additional needs and challenging behaviours.
• Strong organisational, interpersonal skills and good knowledge of ICT.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher and SENCo by planning and delivering small group activities.
• Observe, record and report on student learning to inform instruction.
• Provide classroom support in literacy, numeracy and behaviour.

Skills

Classroom support skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

ICT knowledge

Supporting children with additional needs

Literacy support

Numeracy support

Behavioural support

Education

Maths and English GCSE grades A-C or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Tilbury Pioneer Academy is part of the Gateway Learning Community (GLC) – a partnership of five academies located in Tilbury and Chadwell St. Mary, Thurrock. We are a vibrant, innovative and highly successful organisation, the place of choice to work and learn. The Academy is looking to appoint a classroom‑based Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to support teachers and students across all year groups.

Responsibilities

Support the class teacher and SENCo by planning and delivering small group activities tailored to students, particularly those with SEND, to promote academic progress and emotional wellbeing. Observe, record and report on student learning to inform instruction. Work flexibly to take direction from teachers, provide classroom support in literacy, numeracy and behaviour and help students who are falling behind. Use initiative, good organisational skills and ICT to contribute to the high achievement ethos of the Academy.

Qualifications

• Good standard of education; Maths and English GCSE grades A‑C or equivalent.
• Excellent classroom support skills in literacy, numeracy and behavioural needs.
• Demonstrated experience supporting children with additional needs and challenging behaviours.
• Strong organisational, interpersonal skills and good knowledge of ICT.
• Commitment to high achievement for students and staff.

Benefits

• £1,000 Golden HELLO scheme after 12 months for LSA applicants.
• Staff well‑being programme including Westfield Health Insurance.
• Salary sacrifice schemes (Electric Car, Cycle to Work).
• Long‑service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 years.
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities and high‑quality learning resources.
• Paid ‘My Day’ each year and a 2‑week October half‑term break.
• Subsidised holiday for staff families; GLC Staff Nursery (term‑time only).

The GLC is an equal‑opportunity employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The appointment will be subject to pre‑employment checks, references, medical clearance and enhanced DBS disclosure. For more information, visit the Academy website or contact [e-mail].