Job Ref No. ECC5248-96 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 4, Point 8
Position Start Date: 01/09/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 21/06/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: Thursday 25th June 2026 Shortlisting Starts: 22/06/2026
Do you want to work as part of a welcoming and friendly team? Have you got previous experience when working with children with SEND?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Learning Assistant. We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and passionate individual, who is caring and enthusiastic about working with children. You may be required to work within a class or one to one with a SEND child. You should be able to stay calm under pressure and have the ability to use your own initiative when dealing with challenging situations. Your role will involve working 1-1 with children with special educational needs. You will ideally have some experience of the role but training will be given.
We can offer:
- A popular and aspiring school offering a rich and varied curriculum
- A friendly and supportive staff;
- Well behaved and responsive children;
- An extremely stimulating environment;
- Many development opportunities
If you would like more information about the role prior to applying, please contact Victoria Panayi, the Business Manager on 01371 830240 or email admin@thaxted.essex.sch.uk
Information about the School
Thaxted Primary School is a warm and welcoming school situated in the historic and thriving market town of Thaxted on the Essex/Suffolk borders. It is a place where children can develop a love of learning and flourish in a safe, healthy, happy and stimulating environment.
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.
Victoria Panayi
Bardfield Road, Thaxted
Essex, CM6 2LW
Telephone: 01371 830240
Email: admin@thaxted.essex.sch.uk
