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New Futures Colchester has an exciting opportunity for aspiring Learning Support Assistants.
The Role - Learning Support Assistant (Permanent, Scale 5 Pt 10-13) - New Futures Colchester, Turner Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5LB.
Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people with SEND and those who have experienced adversity? Do you have the resilience, empathy, and commitment to support pupils in overcoming barriers and achieving their potential?
We are seeking dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join our New Futures provision at New Futures Colchester with effect from 1st September 2026.
What we offer:
- A supportive and collaborative trust and leadership team
- Extensive professional development focused on SEND and alternative provision
- Opportunities to innovate and help shape our pastoral and academic offer
- A values-led culture prioritising staff wellbeing and high aspirations for all
- A strong commitment to equality and diversity
About the role: You'll work closely with the SENCo, Senior Leadership Team, and teachers to provide group or one-to-one support for pupils, helping them achieve their best both academically and socially. You'll play a key role in fostering a nurturing, inclusive environment and helping pupils build the skills they need for future success.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting pupils' learning, progress, and wellbeing, especially those with SEND and experiences of trauma
- Modelling positive relationships and behaviour
- Engaging with families and carers
- Contributing to planning, assessment, and the delivery of interventions
- Participating in ongoing training and development
What we're looking for:
- Good literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills
- Experience supporting children with SEND and/or trauma (desirable)
- A proactive, flexible approach and commitment to reflective practice
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the vibrant diversity of the pupils we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and professional experiences who share our dedication to inclusive education.
The LSA position is 34 hours per week and the working pattern is as follows;
Monday to Thursday: 8:30am to 4:00pm
Friday: 8:30am to 3:00pm
Please read the full job description attached, which lists all the duties you would be expected to cover.
PLEASE NOTE: Interviews are to be held on Wednesday 10th June 2026 and Thursday 11th June 2026.
We reserve the right to withdraw the advert early where required.
The following pre-employment checks will be required where applicable to the role and setting:
- receipt of satisfactory references
- verification of identity
- a satisfactory DBS disclosure if undertaking Regulated Activity
- verification that you not barred from working with Children
- verification that you are not prohibited from teaching
- verification of medical fitness for the particular role
- verification of qualifications and of professional status where required e.g. QTS status
- the production of evidence of the right to work in the UK
- verification of successful completion of/exemption from statutory induction period
- verification that you are not subject to a section 128 direction preventing you from holding a management position within a
school (if applicable)
- a declaration that you are not disqualified from working with children by virtue of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations
2018 or that you have provided a valid disqualification waiver from Ofsted
In line with recommended practice in the statutory guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education", the school will conduct
searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available on-line. The purpose is limited:
- to identify issues which call into question the applicant's suitability to work with children;
- to verify employment history.
Only information related the purposes stated will be shared with the Panel. Any information will be discussed with candidates
at interview before any decisions regarding the recruitment process are made.
Keys Co-operative Academy Trust is committed to safer recruitment practices, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.
Information about the School
NEECA is a 5 – 16 school for 170 young people most of whom have found it difficult to be successful in a mainstream school. We are very proud of the provision we offer. Students are taught in small groups and they study the core curriculum at Key Stages 1, 2, 3 and 4. In addition to the core curriculum, we provide rich and varied extended curriculum opportunities ranging from music therapy, targeted literacy intervention, horse riding to vocational courses and work experience placements. Small classes benefit students and enable them to make good progress as staff can ensure that learning is tailored to individual student needs.
At Key Stage 3, in partnership with local schools, we focus on supporting young people to return to a mainstream school. At Key Stage 4, we focus on providing the opportunity for students to gain 5 GCSEs to ensure a successful transition to post 16 education or training. Many of the young people who attend NEECA arrive here at a point of crisis or conflict in their lives. It is our aim to ensure that we help them to regain a sense of confidence and self-esteem which allows them to compete on equal terms with their peers, despite the disruption to their education caused by leaving mainstream school. Enjoy exploring our website to find out more about recent events at our school.
The secondary school is based at Walnut Tree Way, Colchester, Essex CO2 9BS and the Primary school is based at Turner Road, Colchester, Essex CO4 5LB