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Learning Support Assistant
Band 2 (Range 6-10)
32.5 hours per week term time
We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and caring Learning Support Assistant with a positive, "can‑do" attitude to join our friendly and supportive team.
This role involves working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) within a mainstream classroom environment, providing targeted and specialist support. Pupils' needs may include:
- Social communication needs
- Speech and language needs
- Social skills development
- Behavioural needs
- Cognition and learning needs
- Sensory needs
- Physical needs
You will support pupils both in and out of the classroom, following the school curriculum, assessment systems, and strategies recommended by a range of professionals. The role also includes delivering specific interventions to support individual learning outcomes.
The successful candidate must hold a minimum of GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in both Maths and English. Experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), speech and language difficulties, and behavioural needs would be a distinct advantage.
Aveley Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance, and satisfactory references.
Visits to the school can be arranged in line with current guidance. Alternatively, we are happy to organise an informal telephone conversation with the Head of School or Deputy Headteacher.
Please contactadmin.aps@catrust.org.ukto arrange this.
For full application details and to access the application form, please visit our website:www.aveleyprimary.org.uk
Closing date:13 May 2026
Shortlisting:18 May 2026
Interviews:25 May 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and therefore encourage early applications.
Information about the School
Aveley Primary is a two form entry primary school in Thurrock with ten place Autism Resource Centre. We have dedicated staff and wonderful children from Nursery to Year 6. We have a nursery that provides an excellent start for our youngest pupils. All members of the school community are committed to ensuring that children have a learning experience that is positive, encourages children to achieve and develop as well-rounded individuals. Staff teams are organised with support from experienced Year Leads and Key Stage Assistant Headteachers.
Aveley Primary joined Catalyst Academies Trust at the beginning of February 2019 and were judged GOOD by Ofsted in June 2023. The Trust has a nationally recognised reputation for high achievement for all of its pupils and staff have embraced the collaborative nature of working as part of a MAT. Staff from across the schools meet regularly and appreciate the joined up working.
Aveley Primary School was formed in 1990 when the Infants and Junior schools amalgamated. From September 2005 to 2012, the school was based in one building built in the early 1950’s. Since September 2012, KS1 have been in the purpose built block of four classes. Reception are in classes linked to the main building with a shared outdoor area. The rest of the classes are in the original KS2 building, with some modifications to create a nursery class. In 2014, the school opened the library bus which is an iconic part of the school. The school is spacious, with expansive grounds and is within easy reach (5 minutes) of the A13 into London/Southend and the Dartford Crossing. There are three playgrounds, a large field and a multi-use games area. There is a separate dining room and school hall. We have a dedicated Library and Art, Design & Technology Room, a wildlife area and pond. We opened the Aveley Resource Centre (ARC) in June 2022.
Staff are dedicated, hardworking and supportive of each other. The school has a Pastoral Manager to support the wellbeing of the children. All classes have some ancillary support to work alongside the classteacher. Children with Special Educational Needs are well catered for with adult support and a non-class based SENCo.
The catchment area of Aveley Primary School is in a mixed housing environment; the school has approximately 30% of children on free school meals. Parents are positive about our school and work in partnerhip with us.
The Head of School, trust and governors, together with a committed and hard-working team of teachers and school staff aim to provide the best education and a variety of opportunities for all of our children. The school has a strong ethos, followed by all staff and children.