Learning support Assistant (SEND BASE)
32.50 Hours Per Week 39 Weeks Per Year
Band D
Required from 01/09/2026
We are looking for an enthusiastic Learning Assistant to support our teachers in delivering high quality learning. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification and/or previous experience working with children, although training will be given for the right person.
St John Plessington Catholic College Voluntary Academy has been an oversubscribed 11-18 college for more than 10 years. We are also a designated Teaching School Hub.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support our teachers in delivering high quality learning. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification and/or previous experience working with children, although training will be given for the right person.
The successful candidate will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers and support staff.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
To promote students' development in a safe, secure, challenging environment
To meet the physical/medical needs of the student according to a students individual care plan whilst encouraging independence wherever possible
To develop an understanding of the student's specific needs in order to help them learn as effectively as possible
To encourage inclusion within the classroom
To display students' work to reflect their achievement
To encourage good personal hygiene and assist with necessary self-help skills
To facilitate small group interventions as directed by the SENDCO (homework club, social skills etc.)
We can offer you:
A supportive, friendly working environment
A team committed to supporting professional development
Enthusiastic young people who love coming to school
An experienced and motivated staff team
A school with high aspirations for its students and staff
Fantastic employee benefits such as: a petrol/hybrid car scheme, eyecare vouchers, flu vaccination clinics, cycle2work scheme, please see the attached information for a full list of comprehensive benefits
We would like you to:
Be a positive role model for all members of the school community
Be able to work well with young children and confident in establishing secure relationships
Have high expectations of yourself and our students
Be able to work flexibly as part of a team
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, Holy Family Multi Academy Trust will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates, this may include social media and video platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process.
The Trust is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, disability,
marital status, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief,
sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or pregnancy/maternity. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.
If we receive a high volume of relevant applications, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised closing date, so please apply as soon as you can.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.
To apply for this position, please use link below:
https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/Jobboard/Vacancy/Details?campaignRef=SC…
Salary range
- £20,359 - £20,684 per year