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Learning Support Assistant - Autism Support

St Francis Catholic Primary School, Maldon, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6HN

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  3 September 2026

• Closing date

  19 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Learning support or cover supervisor
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 28.75 hours a week 8:45am to 3pm (includes midday duties) Monday to Friday (Term Time only)
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 Year (03 September 2026 - 31 August 2027)
• Pay scale: Essex 2026 Pay Scale 3, Points 6-7 (depending on experience)

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful applicant will:

• Believe in the potential of every child.
• Be patient, calm and nurturing.
• Enjoy building positive relationships with children.
• Understand that some children need time, consistency and support to feel safe and ready to learn.
• Be able to recognise and celebrate small steps of progress and achievement.
• Be flexible and willing to adapt their approach to meet individual needs.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Have strong communication skills.
• Approach challenges with optimism and positivity
• Be willing to undertake relevant SEND and autism training.

What the school offers its staff

• A dynamic and collaborative team of professionals, who work together and are committed to creating an ethos of mutual support whilst providing an effective Catholic education for the children in our communities.
• Commitment to ensure that every child in our community has access to the highest possible standard of education
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Strong support from senior leaders and the SENCO.

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.

We are seeking a caring, patient and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to provide personalised support for a pupil with autism.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, family andexternal professionals to support the pupil’s communication, emotional wellbeing,independence and engagement in school life.

We are looking for someone who understands that every child learns differently and that progress can take many forms. For this pupil, success may initially be seen throughincreased engagement, communication, emotional regulation, confidence, relationships and independence, as well as academic learning.

Experience of supporting children with autism or other additional needs would be anadvantage; however, we welcome applications from candidates who have a genuine interest in supporting children with SEND and who are willing to develop their knowledge and skills through training and support.

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

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About St Francis Catholic Primary School, Maldon

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 197 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Francis Catholic Primary School, Maldon website
• Email address: linda.mcintosh@stfrancismaldon.co.uk
• Phone number: 01621 856698
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-francis-catholic-primary-school-maldon

We are a one form entry Catholic Primary School situated within the old market town of Maldon in Essex. We are an inclusive school with enthusiastic, talented and hardworking children, who are assisted in their learning by our supportive parents, an outstanding staff team and dedicated governors. Our vision and values permeate the life of our school, with pupils, parents, staff and governors working and learning together, enabling all of our children to be the best that they can be.

Arranging a visit to St Francis Catholic Primary School, Maldon

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email linda.mcintosh@stfrancismaldon.co.uk.

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