Job Ref No. ECC3840-129S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: £25583 to £25989 FTE
Position Start Date: 05/01/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Fixed
Application Close: 21/11/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: 4th December 2025  

Job Description

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Learning Support Assistant (Maternity Cover) 27.5 hours per week term time only

We are seeking a supportive and proactive individual to assist
pupils in their learning and development. Key responsibilities
include:
Building positive relationships with pupils.
Supporting literacy, numeracy, and ICT activities.
Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement.
Promoting inclusion for children with special needs.
Assisting with planning, recording progress, and providing
feedback.
Helping with resources, classroom displays, and pupil
welfare.
Supervising pupils during break times and on educational
visits.

What We Can Offer You

Happy, engaged, and inspiring pupils who will make you smile
every day
A friendly, hardworking, and committed staff team
A strong emphasis on staff well-being
A supportive and well-established senior leadership team
Ongoing professional development, both in-house and
through external partnerships
Impressive school facilities, including:
A swimming pool
Large playing fields
A dedicated computing suite
A nurture room
A well-stocked school library

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of children, all successful applicants will be subject to
enhanced DBS checks and online searches as part of the
recruitment process. These searches are conducted in
accordance with statutory guidance and are used only to assess
suitability for working with children.

Information about the School

Riverside Primary School, situated 500m from the River Crouch, opened in September 2010 when the Infant and Junior schools amalgamated. We are very proud to be an integral part of the village of Hullbridge, building and enjoying strong links with other schools, local businesses and members of our local 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.

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Contact Information

Claire Smith
Ferry Road, Hullbridge, Hockley
Essex, SS5 6ND
Telephone: 01702 230911
Email: admin@riverside.essex.sch.uk

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