LSA for Upper Key Stage 2

Company: Shorefields
Apply for the LSA for Upper Key Stage 2
Location: Colchester
Job Description:

Job Ref No. ECC3018-196

Position Type: Teaching/Child Support

Pay Range: Scale 3 point 6

Position Start Date: 01/09/2026

Contract Type: Full‑time

Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 13/07/2026 Midnight

Date of Interviews: Wednesday 15th July

The position is for a full‑time Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for Upper Key Stage 2 (Upper KS2), 38 weeks a year (term time only). Hours are 8:45 AM–3:30 PM, with a 30‑minute lunch. The role includes providing 30 minutes of lunchtime support on an MDA scale.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide curriculum support to upper Key Stage 2 students.
  • Support pupils in gaining confidence and independence under the direction of the class teacher.
  • Assist with lesson planning and delivery where required.
  • Use literacy and numeracy strategies to support Year 5 and Year 6 learners.
  • Adapt teaching methods to suit different learning environments.

Qualifications and experience:

  • Minimum of some school experience.
  • Knowledge of the Upper Key Stage 2 curriculum.
  • Ability to support pupils with literacy and numeracy.
  • Patient, positive and caring attitude.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • Sense of humour and dedication to professional development.

Benefits:

  • Full‑time equivalent salary of £25,583 (Actual £16,115 plus actual MDA pay of £1,419).
  • Excellent working environment and supportive team.
  • Opportunity for professional development within a friendly, welcoming school atmosphere.

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references, and safe recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people.

Boxted St Peter’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026