Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Maldon, Essex

Location: Maldon, Essex
Position: Learning Support Assistant
Contract: Temporary with Opportunity to Become Permanent
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday-Friday, Term Time Only
Pay: £93-£98 per day
Start Date: ASAP

Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant looking for an opportunity to make a genuine difference within a supportive primary school?

We are working in partnership with a fantastic primary school in Maldon that is seeking a dedicated individual to join its support team. The position will initially be offered on a temporary basis, with the opportunity to progress into a permanent contract for the right candidate.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for stability, career progression and the chance to become a valued member of a welcoming school community while developing their experience within education and training.

About the School

This is a warm, inclusive and ambitious primary school that is committed to ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive.

The school provides a nurturing and stimulating learning environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and a positive attitude towards learning. Staff work closely together to ensure children of all abilities feel supported, included and able to achieve their potential.

With a supportive leadership team, strong community ethos and a genuine commitment to pupil wellbeing, this is a fantastic environment for someone looking to progress their career within education and training.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and other support staff to provide additional assistance to pupils who may need help accessing the curriculum.

Your responsibilities may include:

Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils
Supporting children with their reading, writing, phonics and maths
Delivering targeted interventions under the direction of the class teacher
Supporting pupils with additional learning needs
Helping children remain engaged, focused and motivated during lessons
Adapting activities and resources to meet individual learning needs
Supporting pupils with their social, emotional and behavioural development
Encouraging independence and building pupils' confidence
Promoting positive behaviour and reinforcing school expectations
Monitoring pupil progress and feeding back to the class teacher
Preparing classroom resources and learning materials
Supporting pupils during transitions and other parts of the school day
Helping to maintain a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment
Following safeguarding policies and reporting any concerns appropriately

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience supporting primary-aged children, either within a school, nursery, SEN setting or another relevant childcare environment.

Experience supporting pupils with additional needs such as ASD, ADHD, dyslexia, speech and language needs or social and emotional needs would be particularly beneficial.

You should be patient, nurturing, reliable and able to build positive relationships with children while maintaining clear expectations and boundaries.

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who is committed to the role and interested in po