Job Description

Job Title: SEND Learning Support Assistant - Ocean Room - Winter Gardens Academy

Contract: Fixed Term until 31/08/2026

Hours: 28 hours 40 minutes per week

Scale: Scale 3-4 Point 5-8 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Actual Salary: 16,536.75- 17,339.93 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Application Closes: Monday 17th November 2025 Midday

Interview Date: Week Commencing 24th November 2025

Start Date: ASAP after interviews

Support, Encourage and Empower - SEND Learning Support Assistant Wanted!

Are you an enthusiastic SEND Learning Support Assistant? Winter Gardens Academy, part of the South Essex Academy Trust (SEAT), is looking for a

SEND Learning Support Assistant

to join our dynamic team!

At SEAT, we believe in

belonging, compassion, curiosity, and empowerment

--values that shape our commitment to excellence in education. In this role, you will support pupils within Winter Gardens' SEN hub, 'The Ocean Room', helping to create an outstanding educational experience while nurturing an inclusive environment where every child is empowered to thrive.

You will be working 28 hours 40 minutes per week; Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 3:35pm and Friday 8:30am - 1:40pm, term time only.

What's in it for you?

? A supportive and inclusive work environment where you're truly valued

? A

Leadership Academy

to fuel your professional growth

? A strong focus on

staff well-being

through our Employee Assistance Programme

? The chance to be part of a committed, forward-thinking team that empowers both pupils and colleagues

If you're ready to make a real impact and take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now and be part of something amazing!

We warmly welcome and encourage visits to our school, call 01268 699305 to arrange directly. We look forward to meeting you!

At the South Essex Academy Trust, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively promote equality of opportunity for all.

Winter Gardens Academy is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to uphold this commitment. We adhere to safer recruitment practices, and all appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS certification and references.

We encourage early applications, as this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Contract length: 7 months

Pay: 16,536.75-17,339.93 per year

Expected hours: 28.40 per week

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Work Location: In person