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Learning Support Assistant

King's Ford Infant School and Nursery · Colchester · Essex

Job description

We are looking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our Reception class.

The successful candidate will:

  • have a high level of empathy and compassion;
  • have the ability to form positive relationships with colleagues and children;
  • feel confident in supporting good SEN practice in the classroom;
  • remain calm in challenging situations and work closely as part of a team;
  • have an understanding of trauma informed practice;
  • liaise with and report to the class teacher and SENCo;
  • support the schools' vision, ethos and values;
  • have a good sense of humour!

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About this school

King's Ford Infant School and Nursery

Community school · Primary · Ages 2–7

Not rated
Pupils
161
Avg teacher salary
£45,837
Pupil:teacher ratio
18.9:1

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Colchester, Essex, CO2 9AZ

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Contract
Fixed term or temporary
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
22 July 2026
Closing date
9 September 2026

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