SEND LSA/Lunchtime Assistant

Company: Shorefields
Apply for the SEND LSA/Lunchtime Assistant
Location: Great Dunmow
Job Description:

Position Start Date: 07/09/2026 Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time Contract Term: Fixed

Application Close: 01/09/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: 4th September 2026

SEND LSA 17.5 hours per week – Scale 4 Point 8-9

(actual salary £10,278 – £10,442 per annum)Required for 38 weeks per year 8:30am-12pm

Required for lunch duty from 12-1pm (actual additional salary £2,845 to £2,890)

Fixed Term Contract until 31st August 2027

The Governors of Great Dunmow Primary school are seeking to appoint a SEND LSA to work 1:1 with a child with learning and speech and language needs. Experience of working with pupils with SEND is preferred. We are a friendly, happy and caring school and are looking for a candidate who will contribute to our very effective learning environment.

We are looking for someone who has:

  • Educated to GCSE level in English and Maths and if possible, a relevant LSA training qualification
  • Experience in working 1:1 with children with additional needs
  • A patient and positive attitude, along with a good sense of humour
  • Good communication skills, patience and being motivated to encourage pupils to achieve to the best of their ability

You will be expected to:

  • Work closely with the class teacher to ensure progress of identified pupils
  • Keep up to date with changes and developments in education relevant to the role
  • Work in collaboration with other colleagues

Great Dunmow Primary School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our children. Appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Interview Date: 4th September 2026

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Posted: July 19th, 2026