Job Description

SEN 1-1 Learning Support -

15 Hours per week 5 days per week, Term time only

Fixed Term

1st September 2026 until 31st December 2026, the contract may be extended if funding continues or additional funding is secured, but there is no guarantee.

Scale 3, pts 6-7 (£25,988.90-£26,403.00 FTE) Actual £8,790.14-£8,930.10

We are seeking to employ an enthusiastic, dedicated, and capable SEN LSA for a Fixed Term appointment to work in partnership with the class teacher to assist pupils with moderate needs and to support their learning in line with the school's curriculum. Funds have been specifically allocated to support this provision. In the event of the allocation of funds ceasing or the child leaving the school before the final date above, your appointment will cease with statutory notice.

Experience of working with pupils with special educational needs would be beneficial.

You will need to be.

· Calm, positive and patient

· Consistent and approachable

· Able to work on your own initiative but also within a team

· Able to listen to and take guidance from colleagues, specialist teachers and other professionals

· Able to build positive relationships with the pupil and their families

· Committed to the vision and ethos of a Church School

We can offer you:

· enthusiastic, happy children who are eager to learn

· A friendly learning environment with welcoming, supportive colleagues

· A forward-thinking, productive school dedicated to the success of all children and staff

Information about the School

St Cedd's C of E Primary School is a friendly, small,village school located in the heart of Bradwell - on - Sea. We aim to provide a high-quality experience enabling all of our children to achieve their potential as individuals, within a distinctive Christian ethos. The aims of St Cedd's are founded on the recognition that the family and the school are working together for the development of our children. In 2026 SIAMs recognised that strong and seamless leadership and governance ensured the need of all pupils and their families are nurtured.

Application Closing Date: Friday 12th June 2026

Interviews will be held: TBC

Visits to the school are welcomed.

If you would like additional information about our school or this vacancy, please email Trust Co-Ordinator Lucie Mead Lucie Mead Lucie.Mead@dcvst.org

Information about the School

St Cedd's C of E Primary School is a friendly, small, village school located in the heart of Bradwell - on - Sea. The aims of St Cedd's are founded on the recognition that the family and the school are working together for the development of our children. We aim to provide a high-quality experience enabling all of our children to achieve their potential as individuals within a distinctive Christian ethos, and the best educational, spiritual, physical, social and emotional outcomes for children and their families. This is achieved through a range of partnerships, including schools, each local community, churches and our Multi-Academy Trust. In 2023 Ofsted judged our school to be good.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The appointment will be subject to a successful enhanced DBS check and additional pre- employment checks. A full job description and person specification, our Privacy Notice and our Recruitment & Selection Policy Statement are attached.