Learning Support Assistant

Blenheim Primary School, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 4HX

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  2 November 2026

• Closing date

  11 October 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  28 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Learning support or cover supervisor
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday Term time only , plus inset days
• Contract type: Permanent
• Actual salary: £18,869 per annum

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant to join our happy, vibrant learning community. The role will involve supporting children with special educational needs as well as group and whole class support.

The successful applicant will be:

• an outstanding TA committed to supporting children with special educational needs in partnership with class teachers;
• passionate about helping children to overcome a wide range of barriers to learning by thinking about their needs holistically;
• able to think creatively to make learning exciting and relevant;
• highly organised and able to manage their time effectively;
• reflective practitioners who are keen to learn, develop and improve their practice;
• positive, flexible and able to work effectively as part of a wider team; and
• educated to at least GCSE grade C/5 or equivalent in maths and English (an NVQ or equivalent in Learning Support or Early Years is also desirable).

What the school offers its staff

We offer:

• Opportunities for a range of experiences and developmental opportunities across our large school.
• Fantastic resources and environment.
• A focus on staff well-being as part of the Learning in Harmony Trust putting staff first and providing many incentives and opportunities including the Perkbox scheme.

You can find out more about our Trust and our schools at www.lihtrust.uk

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

LIHT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice and the successful applicant will need a satisfactory enhanced DBS certificate and supportive references.

We foster a culture of inclusivity that celebrates differences, promotes understanding, and ensures that no one is discriminated against in any way. By embracing diversity, we believe we can tap into the unique perspectives and talents of our employees, creating a more innovative and creative workforce that can better meet the needs of our pupils.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

LSA Job Description BPS (2) (2).pdf - 244 KB (opens in new tab)

About Blenheim Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 650 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Blenheim Primary School website
• Email address: hr@lihtrust.uk
• Phone number: 01702474684
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/blenheim-primary-school-leigh-on-sea

Blenheim Primary School is a popular and successful primary school in Southend with an innovative curriculum, inspirational teaching and children with outstanding behaviour and positive attitudes to learning.

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