Specialist LSA - Assistant Lead of ASC (Autism Support Centre Primary) at The Passmores Co-Operative Learning Community
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Specialist LSA – Assistant Lead of ASC (Autism Support Centre Primary)
Location: PCLC Primary Autism Support Centre (Based either at Potter Street Academy or The Downs Primary School)
About Us
The Passmores Co-operative Learning Community (PCLC) is dedicated to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all pupils. We proudly host primary and secondary enhanced provisions for pupils with autism on behalf of Essex County Council. Our provisions are central to our commitment to inclusion; through an ethos of unconditional positive regard, we ensure every pupil is valued and supported to achieve their full potential.
In Autumn 2026, the PCLC will extend the primary Autism Support Centre in West Essex, in collaboration with ECC. We are seeking a passionate and experienced practitioner to join the team of this new provision.
About the Role
We are seeking a committed and skilled Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our new Autism Support Centre (ASC), supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
You will work closely with the ASC Lead to deliver targeted interventions, support learning, and promote pupils’ academic, social and emotional development. As well as supporting pupils in the ASC, you will also support them within the mainstream.
Visits to our existing provision are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit, and to meet with our Director of Primary Inclusion, Lucy Thomas please contact the school office on office@potterstreetacademy.com
Key Responsibilities
Support the delivery of high-quality, adaptive teaching and learning within the ASC
Deliver evidence-based, autism-specific programmes and approaches
Deliver targeted learning interventions (phonics, literacy, numeracy, fine motor, speech language & communication)
Support pupils to achieve their EHCP outcomes, including social, emotional and academic development
Assist pupils in developing mainstream readiness, including independence and organisation
Promote and support pupils’ access to and integration into mainstream classrooms
Work collaboratively with mainstream colleagues to support access, inclusion and integration
Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and provision impact to provide regular feedback
What We Are Looking For
Experience working with children within a school setting, ideally with experience of supporting children with SEND
Understanding of neurodiversity
Ability to deliver structured interventions and support learning effectively
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A proactive, flexible and reflective approach to supporting pupils’ needs
Commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and continuous improvement
A reflective and creative practitioner who is open to learning and values ongoing professional development
The ability to bring enthusiasm, professionalism and humility to the role
We Offer
A well-resourced and supportive ASC environment
High-quality training in autism-specific practice
Opportunities for professional development and progression
A collaborative and dedicated team
A rewarding role making a real difference to pupils’ lives
33.5 Hours per week - Monday to Friday
39 working weeks / 44.7 paid weeks
Scale 5 Point 9 (range 9-12) - £21,720.70 pro rata per annum
Interviews: TBC
‘PCLC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure Barring Service’
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Contact Details
HR Team
hr@pclc.co.uk
The Passmores Co-Operative Learning Community
Open Data obtained from: Department for EducationEssex
CM18 6JH
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