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Achievement Support Teacher - Championing Achievement for Every Child
Start Date: September 2026
Mornings only
Contract: Fixed Term for 1 year
Salary: MPR1 - UPR5
Closing Date: 30.06.2026
Leigh North Street Primary School is a thriving, three form entry community school in Leigh‑on‑Sea, educating over 600 pupils. We promote our ASPIRE values -Acceptance, Safety, Perseverance, Independence, Respect and Enjoyment, which shape our nurturing, ambitious and inclusive ethos.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Achievement Support Teacher to join our team playing a key role in ensuring every child thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. This role is focused on raising outcomes for all learners, with a particular emphasis on supporting disadvantaged pupils to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a passion for inclusion, equity, and pupil achievement
- Understands the challenges faced by disadvantaged learners
- Can build positive relationships with pupils and families
- Uses assessment intelligently to identify needs and measure impact
- Is committed to ensuring excellent progress for all children
What We Can Offer You:
- Happy, motivated pupils who love to learn
- Supportive colleagues, parents and governors
- A warm, welcoming and friendly school community
- Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities
- High‑quality training and ongoing support from experienced practitioners
- Dedicated PPA time
- A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
We may close this vacancy early if we receive strong applications, so early submission is encouraged.
Visits Welcome:
We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit the school.
To arrange a visit, please contact: lisasmith@leigh.southend.sch.uk
Please note:
We do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Information about the School
Leigh North Street Primary School is a three form entry school in the heart of Leigh on Sea, Essex. We have over 600 pupils on role.
At Leigh North Street Primary School we promote a culture which reflects our Core Values - we call these values, ASPIRE (Acceptance, Safety, Perseverance, Independence, Respect and Enjoyment). A commitment to ASPIRE, we believe, ensures our children receive the best education possible as they become engaged, resilient learners who readily acknowledge challenge as a means to further their academic, social and cultural development.