At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a child’s learning in Early Years and assist during lunch.
- Company: Great Chesterford C of E Primary Academy, a vibrant village school.
- Benefits: Full training, supportive environment, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a community-focused school with air-conditioned classrooms and motivated students.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a child's life while working with a creative team.
- Qualifications: GCSE Maths and English; experience with children is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 40000 £ per year.
- Job Ref No. ECC3710-22S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3, SCP 6-7
- Position Start Date: 03/09/2026 Contract Type: Job Share Contract Term: Fixed
- Application Close: 10/08/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: 25 August 2026
Great Chesterford C of E Primary Academy is a flourishing village school with wonderful children and a talented staff team.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to help enhance the learning outcomes of a child in Early Years.
The working pattern is Monday-Friday from 0845-1330.
As some of this time is over the lunch hour, the role involves supporting our Midday Assistant team.
Successful candidates will be required to work flexibly, taking direction from the class teacher and SENCO in adapting and planning activities to help the child progress.
Previous experience of working with young children is desirable, but not essential.
The school will be able to offer full training to the right candidate.
• We are looking for candidates who
- Have a patient, calm and kind disposition.
- Have a commitment and passion to work with children.
- Want to be a member of a creative and dynamic staff team.
- Can communicate with parents/carers and other professionals.
- Is able to contribute to our safe and supportive environment.
- Have GCSE standard, or equivalent, Maths and English.
We can offer you
- The opportunity to work in a successful and supportive environment.
- Motivated, well-behaved children who are willing to learn.
- Well-equipped and resourced classrooms.
- A commitment to your continued professional development.
- Supportive colleagues and a strong sense of community.
- Air conditioned classrooms.
Great Chesterford C of EPrimary Academy has a strong focus on promoting Christian values and is part of Great Oak Multi Academy Trust.
To find out more about this exciting opportunity and our school, please visithttp://www. greatchesterfordprimary. co. uk.
Interviews: 25 August 2026
Great Chesterford C of E Primary Academy is committed to the safeguarding, protection and welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Following safer recruitment procedures, the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.
Information about the School
Great Chesterford C of E Primary Academy is an ambitious, innovative, forward thinking primary school based in Great Chesterford, near Saffron Walden.
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.
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