Learning Support Assistant  - Thriftwood College / School

Opportunities are available at both our School site in Galleywood and our College site in Chelmsford 

LGPCD Pay Scale: 3/4, Point 6 (Range 6-9)

Actual Salary: From £18,867.00 to £19,786.00 (These figures include the holiday pay entitlement for someone with less than five years' continuous service, as specified by the Essex County Council Modification Order).

Closing Date: Monday 22nd June 2026 (Midday)
Interview Date: Thursday 25th June 2026  ( Morning )

Required as soon as possible

• Would you like a job in Chelmsford that fits around your personal life?
• Would you like to work with respectful, well-mannered students and join a friendly team of like-minded colleagues?
• Would you like to leave work each day knowing you've made a difference?

Thriftwood is a well-respected, 'Outstanding' provision for pupils with moderate learning difficulties. Our students have a range of different needs, which may include difficulties with communication, social or physical skills and, because of this, they often need a little extra help to manage everyday activities.

We can offer you:

• A range of high quality, professional development opportunities
• Varied, interesting and highly rewarding work
• Support to progress your career at Thriftwood and across the SEAX Trust schools
• A commitment to staff wellbeing, including an employee assistance programme offering free counselling to all staff and their close family members
• A social, caring and dedicated team of colleagues, focussed on the best outcomes for all students and staff
• A bright new future

To Apply: Please complete a SEAX Trust Application Form available at www.thriftwoodschool.com and www.essexschoolsjobs.co.uk

For additional information and queries please telephone:

School:  Tracey Imhof on 01245 266880
or
College:  Helen Hales on 01245 262779

Thriftwood is part of the SEAX Trust group of special schools

The SEAX Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This includes obtaining references, medical checks and ensuring compliance with the Disclosure and Barring Service process