Learning Support Assistant

Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy, Stanford-le-Hope, Essex, SS17 9BH

19 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  4 April 2026 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  16 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: Competitive
• Additional allowances:

  Competitive

Learning Support Assistant job summary

Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy seeks to appoint a Learning Support Assistant

Mossbourne Federation is the realisation of Sir Clive Bourne’s dream to provide the children of Hackney with an outstanding education. Built on a formula of high expectations, doing the simple things right, and the belief that all children can succeed, Mossbourne offers an environment where all learners, regardless of ability, benefit from innovative and enlightened approaches to teaching and learning. Our calm working atmosphere creates well-rounded individuals who excel in the arts, on the sporting field, and academically.

Since the federation was formed in 2004, we are delighted to have expanded to include three Thurrock schools. We now consist of seven academies:

• - Mossbourne Community Academy (MCA) secondary and sixth form, Hackney

• - Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA) secondary and sixth form, Thurrock

• - Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy (MHLA) primary, Thurrock

• - Mossbourne Parkside Academy (MPA) primary, Hackney

• - Mossbourne Port Side Academy (MPSA) secondary, Thurrock

• - Mossbourne Riverside Academy (MRA) primary, Hackney

• - Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) secondary, Hackney

To enable pupils’ access to learning by supervising and assisting pupils (one-to-one and in small groups) across a wide range of activities and supported learning activities. To promote the development of the physical and mental well-being of pupils as directed by a teacher. Contribute to the effective organisation of the school with administrative and clerical support. To actively promote the School’s Equal Opportunities Policy and Diversity Strategy and observe the standard of conduct which prevents discrimination from taking place. To maintain awareness of and commitment to the School’s Equal Opportunity Policies in relation to both employment and service delivery. To fully comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 etc, the School’s Health and Safety Policy and all locally agreed safe methods of work. At the discretion of the Head teacher, such other activities as may from time to time be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above. To work with colleagues to achieve service plan objectives and targets. To participate in Employee Development schemes and Performance Management, and contribute to the identification of own team development needs.

Working for a Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming, and supportive of each other. As one of the country’s leading federations, staff expectations are high. The Mossbourne Federation engages with, and supports its workforce, thus creating an inspirational working environment which nurtures the development of personal and professional excellence.

Federation staff are rewarded through the comprehensive package of benefits listed in our Federation Recruitment Brochure, including:

- Private healthcare, to support health and wellbeing, fully paid by the Federation

- Early finish on Friday - secondary academies

- Hybrid working for planning and preparation time - primary academies

- The Mossbourne Allowance*

- Free lunches*

- Free staff fitness classes and/or use of onsite gym - secondary academies

- Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes

- Discounts at local restaurants

- Discounted gym membership with the ability to spread membership costs

- Saturday and holiday paid programme

- Special leave scheme (additional paid time off)

- Staff appreciation awards and events

- First rate professional development and career opportunities

- Financial support for career development*

- ‘Introduction Bonus’ for current staff*

- Remuneration for exam board marking*

- Tea, coffee and refreshments provided for staff throughout the week

*Terms and conditions apply for some benefits

If you are passionate about innovative education, have a commitment to personal excellence and are ready for a new challenge, we welcome your application.

Please note that CVs or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Mossbourne Federation reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.

At Mossbourne Federation, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We do not discriminate in recruitment or during employment based on any protected characteristic or aspect of individual identity. We are committed to anti-racist principles and practices, and we welcome individuals with the ethos and energy to help us achieve this goal.

The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

You can follow us on LinkedIn at - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mossbourne-federation/

Find more about working with Mossbourne Federation in our Federation Recruitment and Employee Experience Brochures.

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 Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 479 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ortu-corringham-primary-school-and-nursery

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