Job Description

Specialist Learning Support Assistant

(for our SEND ASC Base)

Salary: Band B Point 7 - 12

(£19,592.55 - £21,221.69 per annum)

32 hours 30 minutes per week

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm (30 minute unpaid break)

37 weeks of the year - Term time

Fixed Term to 31st August 2027

Start Date: July 2026

Are you passionate about supporting children with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) in achieving their full potential? We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our ASC Resource Base team. You will work closely with teachers and other educational professionals, helping to create a structured, positive learning environment for pupils.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist teachers in planning and delivering tailored learning activities for small groups or one-to-one sessions, focusing on pupils with ASC.
• Contribute to the development of Individual Education Plans and evaluate learning progress through structured assessments.
• Provide constructive feedback to pupils and create evidence-based reports for teaching staff.
• Promote a safe and inclusive environment, actively managing challenging behaviours using positive, trauma-informed practices.
• Support the use of IT and specialist curriculum software to enhance learning.
• Engage in school life, including extracurricular activities and school events.

The candidates will preferably have:

• Experience in an educational or support role, ideally working with children with ASC or other special educational needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Behaviour management skills, with an understanding of trauma-informed practices and positive handling strategies.
• An ability to adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs and support their progress.
• Competency with IT and educational technology to assist pupils in developing IT skills.
• Commitment to equality and diversity, aligned with school policies

Arthur Bugler Primary School is a vibrant and diverse school where children are enthusiastic and motivated to achieve endless possibilities. The children are at the heart of every decision we make to ensure that they are happy and confident and that the opportunities that are provided for them are relevant to their needs both now, and in the future.

The school is proud to be:

• Friendly, caring and supportive, with a strong student council
• A place where pupils feel safe, happy, valued and respected
• An inclusive school, where everyone works hard to ensure all pupils receive stimulating learning experiences, with high expectations for all children
• A school that celebrates every child's individuality and success

Arthur Bugler Primary School is a member of the Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust. The Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is a Multi-Academy Trust, with twelve member schools within Essex. All schools in the Trust work in equal partnership and are members of the schools' Co-operative Society. Our Co-operative Values focus on enabling all students to achieve their potential both academically and as young people. 

What the school can offer: 

• 2-week October half term 
• Recognition of continuous service 
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Career progression throughout the Trust, with the ability to progress in other schools
• The support of an experienced family of schools 
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme 
• Excellent behaviour management policy to support all staff
• Wider support network for all staff including managing workloads and work-life balance

  If you feel the school would suit you, and you have the passion, drive and commitment to work with us to make all aspects of our school outstanding, please apply now or you can request a visit of the school or for more information speak to Anna Brown hr@osborne.coop or 01375 648907. As a trust, we welcome applications from colleagues from all backgrounds.

Arthur Bugler Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on our formal application form, CVs will not be accepted.  This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. The Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

Closing date: Friday 22nd May 2026 at midday

Interview Date: 1st June 2026

Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate before the closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Information about the School

Arthur Bugler is a two-form entry primary school (ages 4–11) based in Stanford-Le-Hope, Essex and a proud partner in Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust.

Our caring, secure atmosphere encourages trust and respect between every member of our school, providing the backdrop to our stimulating and creative learning environment.

At Arthur Bugler we endeavour to sustain the ethos of a whole school community, where every individual feels important and their needs are met. Diversity is embraced in a happy and secure environment. Children, staff, governors, parents and volunteer helpers are valued and cared for in order to make a positive, inspiring and safe learning environment for all.

We are committed to ensuring all our children flourish during their time at Arthur Bugler and that they leave prepared for their future success at secondary school and beyond. It is our mission to deliver the highest possible standards across all areas of school life and we are confident that our children will reach and exceed their potential during the time they spend with us. Our personal and family environment and creative approach to the curriculum makes learning enjoyable and encourages pupils to do their best. This is driven by our passionate team of teaching and support staff who place great emphasis on ensuring every child’s needs are met, their abilities are understood and their aspirations are encouraged regardless of any differences.

The education of all the children at Arthur Bugler Primary School is a joint venture involving children, staff, governors and the community. Working together ensures that provision for the children is highly effective and the very best.

We value our parent partnerships and strive to build effective relationships between the school and the wider community.