Complex Classroom Lead

Rayleigh Primary School, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7DD

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  7 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  25 August 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £19,972.39 - £20,247.88 Annually (Actual) Grade NJC5, Payscale Range NJC9-NJC12

Complex Classroom Lead job summary

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Contract Term: Term time, 38 weeks

Contract Term: Permanent

Salary: Grade NJC5, Payscale Range NJC9-NJC12

Working Pattern: Monday -Friday 8.30am-3:30pm (with a 30 minute lunch break)

Salary FTE: From £27,254 to £28,598. Actual salary £19,972.39 to £20,247.88

Position Start Date: ASAP

Post Location: Rayleigh Primary School, Rayleigh, SS6 7DD

We are looking for a charismatic, personable, clear communicator to join our Pearl Classroom.

At Rayleigh Primary, we are:

Courteous and enthusiastic

Highly committed

Supportive and friendly

Dedicated and mindful always of our wellbeing

Up for a challenge

Knowledge of running Pearl complex classroom

Applications Close: 7th September 2026

Date of Interviews: 15th September 2026

Rayleigh Primary School is part of Schools For Every Child Multi-Academy Trust.

We can offer you the opportunity to work with:

A forward thinking organisation that values innovation, inclusivity, and staff personal and professional growth

A Trust that values staff wellbeing

Highly committed and supportive colleagues

A supportive and friendly community

Outstanding, collaborative partnerships across our trust schools

Extensive CPD opportunities

Recognition of long service

Recognition of continuous service

Flexible working arrangements

Private Health Cash Plan

Please apply online at www.essexschoolsjobs.co.uk, we do not accept CV applications via email.

For further information please visit our school website www.rayleighprimary.org.uk and our Trust website www.schoolsforeverychild.org.uk

Discussions with prospective candidates are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a tour of our school with the Headteacher please contact our HR Team via email hr@schoolsforeverychild.org

Information about Rayleigh Primary School

We are a larger than average two-form entry primary school with a nursery and swimming pool, situated in the historic town centre of Rayleigh. Our vision highlights our school's mission to create pupils who have high aspirations for themselves and others.

Our commitment to the United Nations Rights of the Child is at the heart of everything we do. We place learners' individuality, curiosity, and dignity at the forefront of our approach. Our aim is to prepare them for the world that awaits, equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and values they need to succeed and make a positive impact.

Schools for Every Child Multi Academy Trust comprises three exceptional schools, each with its own character and strengths. Our diverse educational environments offer a range of opportunities for both students and staff. Whether you're passionate about early education, secondary school, or special needs education, you'll find your place within our trust.

When you join Schools for Every Child, you become a part of an organisation that values the uniqueness of every child and believes in fostering their brilliance, guiding them in their exploration of the world, and cultivating respect for themselves and others. If you're looking for an employer that is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children and provides comprehensive support for its staff, Schools for Every Child is the place for you.

Join us in shaping the future of education.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Rayleigh Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 463 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Rayleigh Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/rayleigh-primary-school

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