Vacancies
Teaching Staff
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Support Staff
RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT
Required September 2026
26.25 hours per week Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 12.30 – 4.15 pm,
Wednesday and Friday 8.15 am – 4.15 pm
38.2 working weeks per year
Scale 3, Point 6, Actual salary £15,453.53 pa
We are looking for an enthusiastic person with relevant experience and a high level of personal drive to provide an efficient and friendly reception service for the school, acting as first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff and visitors. At times you will also be required to provide administrative support to facilitate the smooth running of the school office, therefore a good working knowledge of Word and Excel is essential.
Chelmer Valley is a popular and oversubscribed, mixed, 11-18 comprehensive with 1200 students on roll. It is an exceptionally vibrant, friendly and supportive community built on strong relationships which allow our students to thrive. Our staff are highly valued, we want them to pass on their knowledge and love of their subject so that our students are given the very best experience and opportunities to succeed. Our vision ‘always the best we can be’ is such that we expect to support every student in achieving their full potential and developing a lifelong love of learning.
High value is placed on providing ongoing professional development and engaging in educational research. We are looking for someone with the skills, enthusiasm and ambition to join our team and to help achieve our ambitious aims for all of our students.
If you are interested in joining us please download an application form below or if you require further information on the above post please contact Michelle Robertson on 01245 440232. Closing date for applications midday on 8 July 2026. The school reserves the right to process applications as they are received, and early applications are encouraged.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.
LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
28.75 hours per week, 38.2 working weeks per year
Scale 3, Point 6, Actual salary £16,925.29 per annum
Required September 2026
Fixed term until 31 August 2027
We seek an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our staff team. Experience of working with secondary age children and/or working effectively as part of a team would be an advantage but not essential. GCSE grade C or 4 or above in English and Maths is preferable. Induction training will be provided.
Chelmer Valley is a popular and oversubscribed, mixed, 11-18 comprehensive with 1200 students on roll. It is an exceptionally vibrant, friendly and supportive community built on strong relationships which allow our student to thrive. Our staff are highly valued, we want them to pass on their knowledge and love of their subject so that our students are given the very best experience and opportunities to succeed. Our vision ‘always the best we can be’ is such that we expect to support every student in achieving their full potential and developing a lifelong love of learning.
High value is placed on providing ongoing professional development and engaging in educational research. We are looking for someone with the skills, enthusiasm and ambition to join our team and to achieve our ambitious aims for all of our students.
For an Application Form and further details please visit our website or contact Michelle Robertson on 01245 512354. Applications should be sent to mrobertson@chelmer.essex.sch.uk CVs not accepted. Closing date for applications midday Monday 29 June 2026. The school reserves the right to process applications as they are received and early applications are encouraged.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.
Application-Form-for-Support-Staff-2026.pdf
