Job Description

Salary: Scale 3, Point 4 to P5 £25,185 to P5 £25,583 (NJC April 2025) (Estimated actual £18,943 to £19,243)

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We are looking for a dedicated and inclusiveSEN Learning Support Assistantto join our supportive and collaborative team.

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Please note this is a fixed-term contract ending on 21st July 2027.

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Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you have a

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patient, compassionate nature and a genuine interest in supporting children with ADHD and neurodiversity in their learning and

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development?

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You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small

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groups. Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching

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strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.

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This is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference.

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It's not necessarily your experience that we're most interested in, it's your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring

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every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.

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You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers. This is a great role for someone who is

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looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.

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We are looking for someone who is:

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- A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
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- Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
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- Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
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- Consistent in a calm and fair approach
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- Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
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- Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential
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Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, we can offer you:

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- Excellent ongoing CPD, career development and vast promotion opportunities across the trust
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- Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
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- The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
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- Cycle to work scheme
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- Free eye tests
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- Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to
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About Maldon Primary School

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Our staff team is committed to providing a secure, happy and calm environment in which all children are able to thrive socially,

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emotionally and academically. We are a friendly and engaging school with strong connections amongst our local community, to find

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out more visit ourwebsite here. [https://maldon-tkat.org]

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To discover what makes Maldon so extraordinary, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on01621 853409or

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About TKAT

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The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and

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Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of

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outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the#oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work

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together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We

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place a high value on collaboration;'achieving more together', giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring

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a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

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We have a versatile approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.

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Please note this vacancy will close at midday on 20th August 2026 however, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should

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we receive a significant number of applications.

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Safeguarding

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TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this

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commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and

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barring service check.

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TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests

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outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

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Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse

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TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to

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individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all

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suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.

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Access to interview

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Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the

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recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways

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that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.

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NJC Scale 5, Point P8 £26,824 to P11 £28,142 (April 2025) (Estimated actual P8 £20,176 to P11 £21,167)

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NJC Scale 3, Point 4 £25,185 to Point 5 £25,583 (Estimated actual £12,677 to P5 £12,878)

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NJC Scale 5, Point P8 £27,709 to P11 £29,071 (Estimated actual P8 £20,842 to P11 £21,866)

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