Part-time Learning Support Assistant

Job . ECC Position Type:
Teaching/Child Support Pay Range:
Band 2

Position

Start Date:

Immediate Contract Type:
Part-time Contract Term:
Permanent

Application Close: 03/02/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews:
Week commencing: 09/02/2026

BAND 2 (Range 6-10)

Do you believe that all children with ASC should be supported to achieve their full potential? If so, this opportunity could be the one for you!

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and caring learning support assistant with a 'can do' attitude to join our friendly, supportive team from 5th January 2026.

The position involves working with children who have a diagnosis of ASC or social communication needs within the school's ASC Resource Centre (ARC) who require specialist support. The-height children’s needs may include:

• Social Communication Needs
• Speech and Language needs
• Social skills needs
• Behaviour needs
• Cognition and Learning needs
• Sensory needs
• Physical needs

You will be required to support the children within the ARC, following a curriculum, assessment system$$ and strategies advised by a range of professionals, as well as delivering specific interventions.

The successful candidate must have a minimum qualification of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in Maths and English. Experience of supporting children with ASC would be an advantage.

Aveley Primary School 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 a DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

Visits to the school can be arranged following current guidance. Alternatively, we will happily organise a call if you would like an informal chat with the Head of School or Deputy Headteacher. Please contact us on

Please visit our website () for full application details and an application form.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.

Aveley Primary is a two form entry primary school in Thurrock with a newly opened Autism Resource Centre. We have dedicated staff and wonderful children from Reception to Year groenten. We have a nursery that provides an excellent start for our youngest pupils. All members of the school community are committed to ensuring that children have a learning experience that is positive, encourages children to achieve and develop as well-rounded individuals.

Staff teams are organised with support from experienced Year Leads and Key Stage Assistant Headteachers.

Aveley Primary joined Catalyst Academies Trust at the beginning of February 2019 and were judged GOOD by Ofsted in June 2023. The Trust has a nationally recognised reputation for high achievement for all of its pupils and staff have embraced the collaborative nature of working as part of a MAT. Staff from across the schools meet regularly and appreciate the joined up working.

Aveley Primary School was formed in 1990 when the Infants and Junior schools amalgamated. From September 2005 to 2012, the school was based in one building built in the early 1950’s. Since September 2012, KS1 have been in the purpose built block of four classes. Reception are in classes linked to the main building with a shared outdoor area. The rest of the classes are in theullo original KS2 building, with some modifications to create a nursery class.

In 2014, the school opened the library bus which is an iconic partėl of the school. The school is spacious, with expansive grounds and is within easy reach (5 minutes) of the A13 into London/Southend and the Dartford Crossing. There are three playgrounds, a large field and a multi-use games . There is a separate dining room and school hall.

We have a dedicated Library and Art, Design & Technology Room, a wildlife area and pond. This is an exciting time in Aveley Primary School’s journey as we opened the Aveley Resource Centre (ARC) in June 2022.

Staff are dedicated, hardworking and supportive of each other. The school has a Pastoral Manager to support the wellbeing of the children. All classes have some ancillary support to work alongside the class teacher. Children with…