Job Description

Debden Primary Academy is a flourishing village school with wonderful children and a talented, friendly staff team. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Learning Support Assistant to join our school. The working pattern is 0830-1300 on Monday-Thursday. As some of this time is over the lunch hour, the role involves supporting our Midday Assistant team. This is a fixed term position to May 2027.

Previous experience of working with young children is desirable, but not essential. The school will be able to offer full training to the right candidate.

We would welcome applications from people with energy, patience and a genuine commitment to working with a range of children.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have a caring and positive disposition.
• Are versatile and able to support our teachers in delivering a high standard of learning to pupils of all abilities;
• Want to be a member of a creative and dynamic staff team with high expectations for our children;
• Are able to communicate effectively with parents/carers, colleagues and other professionals;
• are able to contribute to our positive, safe, caring and supportive environment;
• Have GCSE standard, or equivalent, in Maths and English.

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to work in a successful and supportive environment;
• Motivated, well-behaved children who are willing to learn;
• Well-equipped and resourced classrooms;
• A commitment to your continued professional development;.
• Supportive colleagues and a strong sense of community.

To find out more about this exciting opportunity and our school, please visit https://www.debdenprimary.co.uk/web/vacancies/550825; or email sdyster@greatchesterford.essex.sch.uk for further details regarding the position.

Application forms, job description and person specification can be downloaded via the school website.

Closing Date: 12pm on Tuesday, 28 April 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday, 5 May 2026

Debden C of E Primary Academy is committed to the safeguarding, protection and welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures, the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.

Information about the School

Debden CE Primary Academy is a warm and welcoming school situated near Saffron Walden on the Essex/Suffolk/Cambridge borders. It is a place where children can reach their best and fulfill their potential within our caring Christian community.