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Learning Support Assistant
Band 2
Monday - Friday, 8.45am - 12.45pm and Thursday afternoon, term time only
To commence 1st September 2019
Maylandsea Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, reliable and capable learning support assistant to work in KS1. You will be joining a team of hard working, friendly and adaptable LSAs working under the direction of class teachers supporting in lessons and running interventions.
Applicants should also be confident and sufficiently experienced to cover classes occasionally when the class teacher is absent, due to PPA time, course attendance or sickness. Together with the above attributes, a good standard of English and mathematics is required.
Suitable candidates will need to be able to work as part of a team and able to liaise with other members of staff. The successful applicant will be organised with good communication skills, able to demonstrate initiative and flexibility, and understand the professional nature of the role. Experience of reception curriculum and ethos is required.
Qualifications: good numeracy and literacy skills - (GCSE or equivalent in English and maths are highly desirable).
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please call the school office: 01621 742 251 to arrange.
Closing date: Friday 21st June 2019 noon
Interview date: Thursday 27th June 2019
Information about the School
Located on the picturesque Dengie Peninsula, just a 30-minute drive from Chelmsford City Centre, Maylandsea Primary School is proud to serve the local community with a nurturing and inclusive approach to education. We educate children aged between 4 and 11 years, fostering a vibrant, supportive atmosphere where every child is valued and encouraged to thrive.
At Maylandsea Primary School, we understand that every student is unique. We provide tailored support for disadvantaged pupils and those with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including children with Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans. Our dedicated team works closely with families to ensure that every child has the resources and encouragement they need to reach their full potential.
We believe that a child's well-being is fundamental to their success, both academically and personally. Our nurturing environment promotes confidence, resilience, and a positive attitude towards learning. Beyond the classroom, we offer a rich variety of extracurricular activities — from sports and music to clubs and community projects — designed to inspire creativity, teamwork, and leadership skills.
Our academic results at Key Stage 2 are consistently in line with national averages, demonstrating our commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. We strive not only to meet educational standards but to provide a broad and balanced curriculum that prepares our students for the next stages of their education and beyond.
Maylandsea Primary School is more than just a place to learn — it's a community where children feel safe, supported, and motivated to grow. We aim to maximise the full potential of each child and to nurture their spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.