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Learning Support Assistant (PNI)

Plume School · Maldon · Essex

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a part time Learning Support Assistant (PNI) to start from September 2026 on a permanent basis. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a strong SEND department in our highly successful academy. The core purpose of the role is to support the progress, learning, achievement and wellbeing of SEND students in line with the National Curriculum, codes of practice and academy policies and procedures.

Personal Qualities

The successful applicant should have qualifications in Maths and English at minimum C grade GCSE or equivalent Level 2 qualification. It is desirable that the applicant has further relevant qualifications e.g. TA qualification, qualification in child care or A levels/Level 3 qualifications.

Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have a high level of commitment and ability to focus on fostering the teaching and learning and personal development of Year 7 to 13 students.

Responsibilities of the Post Holder

Responsibilities of the post holder will be in accordance with the Learning Support Assistant (PNI) job description.

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About this school

Plume School

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–18

Good
Pupils
1,786
Avg teacher salary
£48,054
Pupil:teacher ratio
16:1
Academy trust
PLUME SCHOOL

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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Maldon, Essex, CM9 6AB

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Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
3 July 2026
Closing date
1 September 2026

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