Job Overview
FULL-TIME LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
SALARY: £21,549 (£24,804 pro rata*)
HOURS: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm 36 hours per week
(plus occasional evenings/weekend events)
CONTRACT TYPE: Term Time Only* Plus 5 inset days
START DATE: 1st September 2025
Are you passionate about education and looking to make a difference in the lives of students? We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our staffing team as Learning Support Assistants (LSAs).
Coloma Convent Girls’ School is recognised as one of the top non-selective secondary schools in the country, recognising the needs of the whole child. Coloma achieved the accolade of ‘Best School in Croydon’ in the Real Schools Guide in 2020 and in October 2019 received its fifth ‘Outstanding’ Diocesan Inspection report. The whole school community is motivated by the mantra ‘work hard and be kind’ and the school motto ‘to work is to pray.’ We are an inclusive school where all are valued as unique and special. The Headteacher and Governing Body are seeking to appoint full-time Learning Support Assistants to provide on-going support for pupils with specific access needs to learning. We invite you to become part of our vibrant and engaging learning community, which promotes the highest levels of achievement and endeavours to enable all pupils to become full members of the wider society. We will expect you to engage in the whole life of the school and be able to work flexibly alongside staff and to have excellent oral and written report skills.
Essential Requirements
Maths and English GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent - Graduates applicants welcome.
We Welcome Applications From Candidates Who Are Trained Or Would Be Prepared To Undertake Training In The Following Areas To Strengthen Our Current Team
* Hearing and/or visual impairment
* Speech, language and communication need
* Social, emotional, mental health
* Emotional literacy
We Offer
* A clear focus on professional development and opportunities to grow within your career.
* A working environment that prioritises teaching excellence, raising standards and student success.
* The chance to be part of a team where your passion, energy, and dedication will be truly valued.
* An environment with a commitment to inclusivity, where staff and students of all faiths are welcomed.
How To Apply
Applications can be made via TES or completed applications can be emailed to recruitment@coloma.co.uk
Any queries about the post should be emailed to sendco@coloma.co.uk or for more information about Coloma please visit our website www.coloma.croydon.sch.uk
Applications will be considered on receipt and interviews may occur at any stage. Coloma reserves the right to commence or complete the recruitment process at any time.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share the commitment. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check.
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