Learning Support Assistant - Reception Class

Job Description

Based at St Francis Catholic Primary School in Maldon, Essex

Learning Support Assistant - Autism Support

Fixed Term Contract (Sep26-Aug27 - with potential to become permanent following review)

30.00 hours per week, Term Time only

Monday to Friday, 8.45am until 3.15 pm (this post includes Midday duties (1/2 hour). The starting salary will be dependent on experience.

Salary - Scale 3 (Essex Pay Scale)

Salary Range -- Point 6-7 (£25,989 - £26,403 Full Time Equivalent).

Actual Salary pro-rata £17,580-£17,860.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children?

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and nurturing Learning Support Assistant to join our Reception team. This is an exciting opportunity for a practitioner who is committed to helping every child flourish and reach their full potential within a busy, active environment where children are at the heart of everything we do.

The successful candidate will:

• Work closely with the class teacher to support children's social, emotional, and educational development.
• Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment that promotes children's curiosity and independence.
• Deliver structured, play-based learning activities and interventions, such as phonics or numeracy.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs, providing one-to-one or small group targeted support.
• Assist with personal care, hygiene, and the physical well-being of the children.
• Fulfil midday assistant duties, facilitating games and ensuring a positive experience during break times.

We are looking for someone who:

• Ideally has previous experience working within a Nursery or EYFS setting.
• Demonstrates a sound understanding of child development and effective Early Years pedagogy.
• Is warm, caring, patient, and empathetic.
• Is flexible and able to adapt their approach to meet the individual needs of every child.
• Works effectively as part of a collaborative and supportive team.
• Has strong communication skills to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Is willing to undertake relevant training to further their professional development.

The school will offer:

• A dynamic and collaborative team of professionals, who work together and are committed to creating an ethos of mutual support whilst providing an effective Catholic education for the children in our communities.
• Commitment to ensure that every child in our community has access to the highest possible standard of education
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Strong support from senior leaders and the SENCO.

Visits to the school are welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01621 856698. Completed application forms should be returned to Elizabeth Chapman on admin@stfrancismaldon.co.uk

Information about the School

St. Francis Catholic Primary School is a one form entry school based in the historic market town of Maldon in Essex. We are a forward-thinking primary school committed to high standards for all our children. The vast majority of our teachers are experienced and staff turn over is low. Our teachers provide support and challenge to develop independence in a safe, enjoyable and caring environment.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promote the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A disclosure and barring service certificate will be required for all posts. The post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our prevent duty.