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Learning Support Assistant
Term Time Only
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 30.09.2026
Hours: 31.25 per week
Salary: Level 4, SCP 6-7 (£13.47 / £13.69 per hour)
Leigh North Street Primary School is a thriving, three form entry community school in Leigh‑on‑Sea, educating over 600 pupils. We promote our ASPIRE values -Acceptance, Safety, Perseverance, Independence, Respect and Enjoyment, which shape our nurturing, ambitious and inclusive ethos.
We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and innovative Learning Support Assistant to join our hardworking team. We are looking for someone who is motivated, committed, and passionate about helping every child reach their full potential.
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold a / or be wiling to work towards a Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification
- Build positive, supportive relationships with children and colleagues
- Make learning fun, engaging, and purposeful
- Encourage children to develop independence and self-help skills
- Be organised, efficient, and proactive
- Be able to follow guidance while also using initiative
- Demonstrate a good standard of English and Mathematics (preferably GCSE Grade C/4 or above)
- Be committed to improving pupil outcomes
In return, we offer:
- The opportunity to work with our wonderful children
- A supportive, responsive, and inclusive leadership team
- A strong commitment to staff development through our CPD entitlement
- Friendly and collaborative colleagues who strive for the best outcomes for pupils
- A continually improving and nurturing learning environment
Safeguarding Commitment:
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and a pre‑employment health assessment.
We may close this vacancy early if we receive strong applications, so early submission is encouraged.
Visits Welcome:
We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit the school.
To arrange a visit, please contact: lisasmith@leigh.southend.sch.uk
We do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Information about the School
Leigh North Street Primary School is a three form entry school in the heart of Leigh on Sea, Essex. We have over 600 pupils on role.
At Leigh North Street Primary School we promote a culture which reflects our Core Values - we call these values, ASPIRE (Acceptance, Safety, Perseverance, Independence, Respect and Enjoyment). A commitment to ASPIRE, we believe, ensures our children receive the best education possible as they become engaged, resilient learners who readily acknowledge challenge as a means to further their academic, social and cultural development.