Fixed Term until 31.08.2032

Term time only, Monday - Wednesday, 8.30 - 13.30pm

To commence: as soon as possible

Interview date: 11th February 2026

Meadgate Primary School is part of Quantum Multi-Academy Trust and is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, reliable and capable learning support assistant who will have a positive impact on the children that they work with. Previous experience is highly desirable but not essential. You will be joining a team of hard working, friendly and adaptable LSAs working under the direction of class teachers supporting in lessons and running interventions.

We are seeking a caring, energetic, patient and reliable individual to support a child with Autism, global developmental delay, significant speech and language delay and sensory processing difficulties.

This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys helping children develop communication and life skills, access learning in a way that meets their individual needs and support them in fulfilling their potential.

Key responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support tailored to the child's individual developmental needs
• Engage with the guidance of class teachers and the school SENDCO to follow an individual bespoke curriculum that focuses on targeted EHCP and One Plan outcomes
• Support communication by consistently using speech, language and alternative communication strategies
• Assist with sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing
• Encourage independence, social interaction and engagement through play and learning
• Maintain a calm, consistent and nurturing approach
• Provide full 1:1 support for toileting and personal care
• Suitable candidates will be able to interact with a wide range of children and use their own interpersonal skills to encourage the most from the children. Supporting groups of pupils and individuals including those with additional needs.

Also be able to work as part of a team and able to liaise with other members of staff. The successful applicant will be organised with good communication skills, able to demonstrate initiative and flexibility, and understand the professional nature of the role.

Together with the above attributes, a good standard of English and mathematics is required.

Qualifications: good numeracy and literacy skills - (GCSE or equivalent in English and maths are highly desirable).

Visits are warmly welcomed. If you are interested, please contact the school office either on 01245 259 403 or by email admin@meadgate.essex.sch.uk and the Headteacher will arrange a suitable time for an informal chat.

Due to the number of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted once the advertisement has closed.

Please apply through Essex School Jobs - ECC reference provided.

Meadgate Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check and references will be required.