Learning Support Assistant

Rodings Primary School, Dunmow
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Job Ref No. ECC5226-127 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3 pt 5 -6 £25583 to £25989 pro rata
Position Start Date: 05/01/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 28/11/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: 4th December 2025  

Job Description

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Monday to Friday 8:45am to 3:15pm


To start as soon as possible


We require an LSA to join our brilliant Rodings team who are friendly, creative and hardworking. Our ethos is based around the Core Values of Respect, Enjoyment, Care, Confidence and Challenge, so we have high standards and big ideas.


The appointed LSA will provide classroom support across Key Stage 1 and 2 classes as well as leading small group interventions and catch up programmes. The candidate needs to have the patience and flexibility to work with a wide range of children of varying abilities.

The position will also include a 30 minute supervision at lunchtime.


Experience in the following areas would be a preferred:

  • Be Trauma Perceptive Practice (TPP) aware
  • NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent
  • Any intervention programmes that support wellbeing or academic catch up
  • To be able to support our promotion of creativity
  • A good understanding of the English and Maths curriculum at Key Stage 2

Staff wellbeing is at the core of our provision, including social events, a dedicated member of staff responsible for staff well being and cakes and chocolate on a regular basis.


Experience is preferred due to the nature of the contract however training will be given to the right candidate.

We can offer:

  • Well behaved and engaged children with supportive parents
  • A truly enjoyable environment to teach in including, bright airy classrooms, a swimming pool, an iSandBox, radio station and well stocked library
  • Supportive and caring staff
  • A curriculum that focuses on: academic excellence, creativity, social intelligence and working with the community
  • A current focus on embedding the arts across our curriculum

If you would like to join our team, we can arrange visits to view the school. Please contact the school office to make an appointment to see the Headteacher, Colin Raraty.

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.

Information about the school

Contact Information

Andrea Paget
Dunmow Road
Leaden Roding, Dunmow
Essex, CM6 1PZ
Telephone: 01279 876288
Email: mrs.paget@rodingsprimary.co.uk

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