At a Glance
- Tasks: Support SEND students' learning and wellbeing in a dynamic academy environment.
- Company: Join a successful academy with a strong SEND department and good Ofsted status.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive workplace, CPD opportunities, and access to wellbeing services.
- Other info: Flexible part-time hours with a friendly team and career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths and English, with further qualifications preferred.
The predicted salary is between 15971 - 15971 £ per year.
We are seeking to appoint a part time Learning Support Assistant to start from Autumn 2026 on a fixed-term basis until 21 July 2027. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a strong SEND department in our highly successful academy which holds a good Ofsted status.
The core purpose of the role is to support the progress, learning, achievement, and wellbeing of SEND students in line with the National Curriculum, codes of practice and academy policies and procedures.
Personal Qualities
The successful applicant should have qualifications in Maths and English at minimum C grade [or grade 4] GCSE or equivalent Level 2 qualification. It is desirable that the applicant has further relevant qualifications e.g., TA qualification, qualification in childcare or A levels/Level 3 qualifications. Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have a high level of commitment and ability to focus on fostering the teaching and learning and personal development of Year 7 to 13 students.
What the school offers its staff
- A highly supportive and friendly working environment
- Opportunities for Financial training, development and accreditation.
- 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme (offering individual support, information and advice including financial, legal and home-life and work-related issues)
- CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion
- Up to 25% Gym Membership
- Essex Working Well Wellbeing Service (health and wellbeing support and guidance)
- Access to Workplace Health Champions
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders
Remuneration and Working Time
The hours of work required for the role are 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3.10pm (with 40 minutes unpaid break), term time only. Annual salary for a Learning Support Assistant will be in accordance with the Academy's Support Staff Pay Scale, which for appointment for a full-time post currently involves a salary of up to £23,556 salary (Band 2 Point 11-14), however, actual salary offered will be £15,971 per annum, pro rata equivalent of point 11 including an allowance for holiday pay.
Further details about the role
Interviews are likely to take place during that week or following week. Plume Academy remains fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Board of Trustees is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, together with the receipt of References and Health Clearances.
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