Job Description

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and committed Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated and supportive team.

The hours are: 8.45am -3.15pm Monday to Friday - Term time only plus one INSET day per year.

Whilst our Learning Support Assistants work flexibly across the school to meet the needs of our pupils, this position will initially be based in Lower Key Stage 2 for the 2026-2027 academic year.

This is a varied and rewarding role which balances supporting pupils to achieve their very best whilst working alongside and supporting the class teacher to deliver high-quality teaching and learning.

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience of supporting children in a primary school setting.
• Be confident in delivering high-quality reading, writing and mathematics interventions, with a good understanding of how children learn and make progress in these areas.
• Build warm, positive relationships whilst maintaining high expectations for all pupils.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and colleagues as part of a strong, supportive team.
• Be adaptable, organised and proactive.
• Share our belief that every member of staff is a joyous teacher of SEND, taking collective responsibility for ensuring every child is known, included and enabled to flourish.

In return, we offer:

• A welcoming and caring Catholic school community rooted in Gospel values.
• Wonderful children who enjoy learning, behave exceptionally well and are eager to succeed.
• Highly supportive families who value education and work in partnership with the school.
• A collaborative staff team with a genuine spirit of support and shared purpose.
• High expectations alongside a culture of kindness, encouragement and professional trust.
• Opportunities for high-quality professional development and career growth.

To apply please download the application form and e mail it to personnel@st-teresas.essex.sch.uk once it is complete.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

At St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, we believe our strength lies in the diversity of our community. We are committed to recruiting and developing a workforce that reflects and celebrates the children and families we serve. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued, respected and able to thrive.

You do not need to be Catholic to apply, but you will be expected to support and uphold the Catholic ethos and values of our school.

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, provide satisfactory references and complete all pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.