Job Ref No. ECC3782-223 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 3 Point 5-6
Position Start Date: 06/01/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 04/12/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: 12 December 2025  

Job Description

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Professional Partner in Learning (Fixed Term) Maternity Cover

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 8:45am to 3:15pm (30 minute break)

Salary: Scale 3 Point 5-6

We are looking to appoint an experienced Professional Partner in Learning to join our established team to provide classroom support. Our strong enthusiastic team is committed to inclusion, with a clear emphasis on pupil well-being and raising attainment for all pupils.

The successful applicant will:-
• be experienced supporting children in the classroom and on the playground
• confident in leading individuals and groups of pupils to achieve their outcomes
• professional, caring and calm when supporting pupils with a range of additional needs
• support all children's learning within the classroom, working 1:1 or with groups as directed by the Class Teacher
• proactive and positive when working with pupils, families and colleagues
• patient, adaptable and energetic
• keen to learn and be part of a supportive team and whole-school sharing culture

This is a public facing role and therefore the successful candidate must speak fluent English.

We offer:-

• an outstanding and welcoming school, with hardworking, dedicated teachers, support staff and governors.
• well behaved, polite children who want to succeed
• a commitment to professional development, informative training and support
• excellent opportunities to collaborate with other schools and organisations
• wonderful resources and grounds
• a fantastic community of parents and children who deserve the best

Application packs are also available from the School Office. Please contact Cheryl King, PA/Personnel Manager on 01268 543664 Option 2.

The Phoenix Primary School & Nursery is committed to the principles of equality of opportunity, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share in this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures including satisfactory references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer.

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

Mrs Cheryl King
The Phoenix Primary School & Nursery
Leinster Road
Laindon, Basildon
Essex, SS15 5NQ
Telephone: 01268 543664
Email: admin@phoenix-pri.essex.sch.uk

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