Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
| Posting date: | 01 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 14 July 2025 |
| Location: | Maldon, Essex, CM9 6AB |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 27811c2e-c283-4e2d-a723-f9f0c6077cca |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an LSA to join us on a fixed-term basis from September 2025 to 17 July 2026. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a strong SEND department in our highly successful academy.
The core purpose of the role is to assist in the support and development of students with Special Educational Needs and Emotional School Based Avoidance (ESBA) within Plume Academy’s Bridge provision.
Personal Qualities
The successful applicant should have qualifications in Maths and English at minimum C grade GCSE (grade 4) or equivalent Level 2 qualification.
Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have a high level of commitment and ability to focus on fostering the teaching and learning and personal development of Year 7 to 13 students.
Responsibilities of the Post Holder
Responsibilities of the post holder will be in accordance with the LSA’s job description.
Remuneration and Working Time
The hours of work required for the role are 30 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3.10pm, term time only (38 weeks per year).
Annual salary will be in accordance with the Academy’s Support Staff Pay Scale, which for appointment for a full-time post currently involves a salary of Band 2, Point 11 in the range of point 11–14 with an actual starting salary of £15,971.16 per annum (2025/26 pay awards pending).
Application Process
If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs Dorcas Ologunde, Director of Human Resources, at d.ologunde@plume.essex.sch.uk, to arrange a telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our team. The Director of Human Resources will be pleased to discuss the post and provide further information about the academy.
To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy application form (https://plumetrust.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-PT-0085). This must be completed and submitted to HR@plume.essex.sch.uk by the closing date stated (unaccompanied CVs or third-party application forms will not be accepted).
Closing Date: noon on Monday, 14 July 2025. Interviews may be held sooner upon receipt of application.
Interviews are likely to take place during that week commencing Monday, 14 July 2025.
What the school offers its staff
• A highly supportive and friendly working environment
• Cycle-to-work Scheme
• 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme (offering individual support, information and advice including financial, legal and home-life and work-related issues)
• CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion
• Up to 25% Gym Membership
• Free staff car park
• Essex Working Well Wellbeing Service (health and wellbeing support and guidance)
• Access to Workplace Health Champions
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
Commitment to safeguarding
The Board of Trustees is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointment are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, together with the receipt of References and Health Clearances.
We are seeking to appoint an LSA to join us on a fixed-term basis from September 2025 to 17 July 2026. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a strong SEND department in our highly successful academy.
The core purpose of the role is to assist in the support and development of students with Special Educational Needs and Emotional School Based Avoidance (ESBA) within Plume Academy’s Bridge provision.
Personal Qualities
The successful applicant should have qualifications in Maths and English at minimum C grade GCSE (grade 4) or equivalent Level 2 qualification.
Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have a high level of commitment and ability to focus on fostering the teaching and learning and personal development of Year 7 to 13 students.
Responsibilities of the Post Holder
Responsibilities of the post holder will be in accordance with the LSA’s job description.
Remuneration and Working Time
The hours of work required for the role are 30 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3.10pm, term time only (38 weeks per year).
Annual salary will be in accordance with the Academy’s Support Staff Pay Scale, which for appointment for a full-time post currently involves a salary of Band 2, Point 11 in the range of point 11–14 with an actual starting salary of £15,971.16 per annum (2025/26 pay awards pending).
Application Process
If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs Dorcas Ologunde, Director of Human Resources, at d.ologunde@plume.essex.sch.uk, to arrange a telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our team. The Director of Human Resources will be pleased to discuss the post and provide further information about the academy.
To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy application form (https://plumetrust.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-PT-0085). This must be completed and submitted to HR@plume.essex.sch.uk by the closing date stated (unaccompanied CVs or third-party application forms will not be accepted).
Closing Date: noon on Monday, 14 July 2025. Interviews may be held sooner upon receipt of application.
Interviews are likely to take place during that week commencing Monday, 14 July 2025.
What the school offers its staff
• A highly supportive and friendly working environment
• Cycle-to-work Scheme
• 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme (offering individual support, information and advice including financial, legal and home-life and work-related issues)
• CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion
• Up to 25% Gym Membership
• Free staff car park
• Essex Working Well Wellbeing Service (health and wellbeing support and guidance)
• Access to Workplace Health Champions
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
Commitment to safeguarding
The Board of Trustees is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointment are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, together with the receipt of References and Health Clearances.