Learning Support Assistant (with Midday Assistant Duties)

Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery School, Chelmsford
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Job Ref No. ECC2127-310S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3, Point 6
Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Fixed
Application Close: 02/10/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: w/c 5th October 2026  

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Join Our Lawford MeadFamily

At Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive and achieve. We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive team and make a real difference to the lives of our children. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children's learning, wellbeing and development both in the classroom and during lunchtime provision.

We are looking for someone who:

· Builds positive and nurturing relationships with children, families and colleagues.

· Has a calm, patient and empathetic approach.

· Is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

· Can support children's academic, social and emotional development.

· Is flexible, resilient and able to work effectively as part of a team.

· Has high expectations for all pupils and shares our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

· Can contribute positively to our caring and supportive school environment.

Lawford Mead Primary School can offer:

· A strong and ambitious whole-school vision, underpinned by shared values and high expectations.

· A warm, welcoming and supportive team of dedicated staff who genuinely care about one another.

· Well-behaved, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.

· A positive behaviour culture rooted in our core values.

· High-quality professional development and opportunities to grow your skills and career.

· A comprehensive staff wellbeing package.

· The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's lives every day.

Safeguarding

Lawford Mead Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, online checks, satisfactory references and all other safer recruitment requirements.

Please ensure your application form is completed in full, as incomplete applications may not be considered.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications, so early application is encouraged.

Information about the School

At Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery School we seek to nurture each child’s talents and abilities, but still encourage a strong team spirit where we work, play and share experiences together. The staff, governors and Leadership aim to provide a stable and secure environment within which your child can develop and flourish.

We are very proud of our school and place a special emphasis on our relationship with the parents and wider community.

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

Mrs Lisa Rose
Trent Road, Chelmsford
Essex, CM1 2JH
Telephone: 01245 354134
Email: lrose@lawfordmead.essex.sch.uk

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