Learning Support Assistant,
Salary information: Scale 2, £7,642 - £7,752 per annum (depending on experience)
Work pattern: 11.5 hours per week, Term time only + 5 INSET days (39 weeks)
Work hours: 8:30am - 3:15pm for 2 days
Contract type: Fixed term for 1 year
Start date: September 2025
We are seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join us in September to work in a Reception class.
For this post, you will need to demonstrate:
- At least 2 years practical experience of supporting children in a school setting is essential, ideally in Early Years level 2 LSA qualification although not essential would be desirable.
- Awareness of policies relating to health and safety, equal opportunities, confidentiality and data protection.
- Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.
- A good understanding of child development and learning processes.
The school welcomes applications from candidates sympathetic to the ethos of our Catholic school. We would love to welcome you for a visit to our school so that you can experience this first-hand. Please contact the school office (office@stbernadetteschool.co.uk) or call 01895 234498 to make an appointment. In the meantime, take a look at our school website www.stbernadetteschool.co.uk or follow us on Instagram st-bernadetteschool.
Closing date: Monday 14th July 2025 at Noon
Further information: Please apply early as shortlisted candidates may be interviewed before the closing date.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Appointments are subject to: an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (including a barred list check); an identity check; a fitness and right to work in the UK check; a professional qualifications check and receipt of two satisfactory references.
