Learning Support Assistant

Job . ECC | Position Type:
Teaching/Child Support | Pay Range:
Actual Pro Rata Salary £17,916 – £19,862

Position

Start Date:

Immediate | Contract Type:
Full-time | Contract Term:
Permanent

Application Close: 23/02/2026 Midday | Date of Interviews: TBC

GLC Academy:
Gateway Primary Free School (part of the Gateway Learning Community)

Working Pattern:
Part Time 17.5 hours per week Monday – Friday 11:15am – 2:45pm

Gateway Primary Free School is part of the Gateway Learning Community (GLC) which is a partnership of one secondary academy and four primary academies located within Tilbury and Chadwell St Mary in the borough of Thurrock, to the east of London. We are a vibrant, innovative and highly successful organisation and a place of choice to work and learn. Across the five academies of the GLC, we celebrate differences and pledge that everyone enjoys an equality of opportunity and is not discriminated against in any way.

We are looking to appoint a strong, enthusiastic, committed and creative classroom‑based Learning Support Assistant. Successful candidates will be required to work flexibly, taking direction from the class teachers and SENCo in adapting and planning activities to take students’ learning forward. Key responsibilities include small‑group provision and intervention for SEND pupils, and supporting the emotional and social development of the young people they work with.

- Carry out and write up necessary observations to inform and evaluate the child’s needs.

- Proactively identify groups or individuals who may be falling behind in their learning and respond with appropriate support.

- Provide excellent classroom support in literacy, numeracy and behavioural needs.

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent is essential.
• Good standard of education;
  Maths and English GCSE grades A–C or equivalent.
• Good organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge of ICT.
• Committed to high achievement for students and themselves.

• £1,000 Golden Hello for successful candidates applying directly to the GLC, after a qualifying period of six months.
• Staff well‑being programme: including access to Westfield Health Insurance.
• Salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Long‑service awards after 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years of service.
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities and high‑quality resources to support learning.
• A paid ‘My Day’ each year.
• Two‑week October half‑term break.
• Supportive central team (reprographics, ICT, HR, Finance) enabling teachers to focus on teaching.
• Subsidised holiday provision for children of staff.
• Free access to the Gateway Academy Fitness Suite.
• GLC Staff Nursery – competitive rates and term‑time only.

To apply for this position please visit our website and complete the online application form:

We warmly welcome applicants who are interested to visit our school prior to applying. Please contact  to arrange a visit.

The GLC embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. The GLC is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, including pre‑employment checks such as satisfactory references, medical clearance and enhanced DBS disclosure.

In line with the recommended statutory guidance KCSIE, the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available online. The purpose is limited to: identifying issues which call into question the applicant’s suitability to work with children; and verifying employment history. Only information related to the stated purposes will be shared with the Panel and any information will be discussed with candidates at interview before any decisions regarding the recruitment process are made.