Job Title:                                              SEND Learning Support Assistant - 10 hours – Kents Hill Infant Academy

Contract:                                             Fixed Term until 31st  August 2026

Hours per week:                             10 hours per week

Scale:                                                     Scale 3, Point 5-6 (depending on qualifications and experience)

Actual Salary:                                   £5,768.57 - £5,860.11 (depending on qualifications and experience)

Start Date:                                         Monday 23rd February 2026

Application Closes:                       Wednesday 28th January 2026

Interview Date:                               Week Commencing 2nd February 2026

Inspire, Lead, and Empower – SEND Learning Support Assistant Wanted!

Are you an enthusiastic SEND Learning Support Assistant? Kents Hill Infant 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 in Year 1 to help them have an outstanding educational experience, whilst fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

You will be working 10 hours per week; Monday - Thursday 1:00pm to 3:30pm, 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 792500 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.

Kents Hill Infant 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.