Learning Support Assistant

Cann Hall Primary School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO16 8DA

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as references and checks are complete. ASAP.

• Closing date

  9 October 2026 at 10am

• Date listed

  23 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £18,675.00 - £18,972.00 Annually (Actual)

Learning Support Assistant job summary

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT TO WORK IN EYFS

Apply by: 10am on Friday 9th October 2026

Start Date: As soon as references and checks are complete. ASAP.

Salary: Scale 3 , Spine point 6-7, Actual Salary £18,675-£18,972 per annum

Location: Cann Hall Primary School

Contract type: Fixed Term until 31st August 2027, 38 .4 weeks per year - term time only plus 2 inset days.

Hours: 30.5 hours per week

This role is based at Cann Hall Primary School

Do you have a passion for working with children?

We are seeking an inspirational Learning Support Assistant with vision and high expectations for learning to work in our EYFS classes, supporting children with complex additional needs,

and supervising children while eating at lunchtimes or engaging in play outside.

A high degree of flexibility will be required to meet the needs of the children and the school.

Experience working with children, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to teamwork are essential.

Experience working with children with special needs would be an advantage but not essential.

As a member of our team, you will:

Be part of a learning community committed to achieving the best for our children.

Learn about our creative and innovative approaches to teaching and learning

Be part of a forward thinking, dynamic team of professionals who see children at the heart of the learning process

Have high expectations, understand the importance of, and promote the principles of inclusion; enabling every child to overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a Trust that is deliberate about how it improves practice and outcomes.

Compass Eko Trust is a family of 28 schools working as one system to improve outcomes for every child. We are united by a clear commitment: every child achieving, without exception.

Through a knowledge-rich curriculum, strong professional collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence, we support our schools to deliver high-quality education in their communities.

Our schools sit at the heart of everything we do. The Trust exists to bring clarity, consistency and support so leaders can focus on what matters most - teaching and learning.

As part of our Trust, you will be part of a professional community where:

• Schools work together, sharing expertise and improving practice

• Staff benefit from strong professional networks and collaboration across schools

• Development is supported through coaching, CPD and leadership pathways

• You are not working in isolation - you are part of a wider system

Our offer:

• Competitive pay and conditions aligned to national frameworks

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)

• Access to a structured programme of professional development

• Opportunities to work across schools and develop your career

• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support

• Access to staff benefits and discount schemes

• Family-friendly policies and flexible working options where possible

Visits are welcomed. Please contact cannhall@compassps.uk to arrange this or for any further information.

Compass Eko Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date for applications: 10am on Friday 9th October 2026

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 Cann Hall Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 415 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Cann Hall Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cann-hall-primary-school-clacton-on-sea

Cann Hall Primary School, part of CHANGE Schools Partnership is situated on a popular residential estate, a few miles from Clacton town centre, the railway station and the sea front.

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