Vacancy Details

Job Ref No. ECC8825225-173S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: £19,035 to £19,339

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Fixed

Application Close: 09/10/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: w/c 12 October 2026

Job Description

Southend East Community Academy Trust (SECAT) and Thorpedene Primary School & Nursery are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and hardworking Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our support team. The successful applicant will be based across all Key Stages, and a strong passion for SEMH/ SEN is required. The role will involve working closely with class teachers to support pupils with a range of learning needs, both in class and in small groups.

This is a fixed-term position until August 2027.

Essential qualifications are GCSE Maths and English or equivalent at Grade C/4 and above. Experience of working with children in primary phase and KS2 experience would be beneficial.

Information about the School

Thorpedene is a very successful Primary School and a member of the SECAT Academy Trust. It is a large school educating and caring for approx. 500 children and 90 employees.

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.