Learning Support Assistant

Shorefields; Witham; On-site; GBP 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Witham is seeking a part-time Learning Support Assistant to join their friendly team. This role involves supporting children during school activities and requires experience working with children and GCSEs in Maths and English. The position is for 24.5 hours per week during term time, offering a salary of £14,432 per annum. Candidates should possess excellent time management skills and enthusiasm for engaging with students to foster a positive learning experience.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Commitment to safeguarding

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school environment.
• Smartly presented.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to children with varying personalities and skill levels.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and productive learning environment.

Skills

Enthusiasm to work with children

Ability to engage well with pupils

Ability to work under own initiative

Excellent time management skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (grades A-C) or equivalent

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC2900-194 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3 Pt 5

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 15/01/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBA

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly and professional team at Templars Academy in Witham.

This position is for 24.5 hours per week, term time only. (8.45am - 3.00pm, Monday - Thursday, 8.45am - 2.30pm on a Friday). This includes an unpaid 15-minute morning break and 1-hour lunch break.

This position is initially fixed term for the Academic year linked to funding, however there is a possibility of extension.

Salary Scale 3 point 5, Actual starting salary, £14,432 per annum.

Applicants should have experience working with children in a school environment.It is essential that you have GCSEs (grades A-C) in both Maths and English, or hold equivalent qualifications in this area.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:

• Enthusiasm to work with children with a variety of different personalities and skill levels.
• Able to engage well with pupils.
• Able to work under your own initiative.
• Smartly presented and with excellent time management skills.

We offer a supportive and enjoyable working environment with a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children.

Successful applicants will join our friendly, caring and highly competent team of learning support staff.

Visits to Templars Academy are encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01376 513477 to arrange an appointment.

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Michelle Smith
Cressing Road, Witham
Essex, CM8 2NJ
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