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Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Fixed Term Contract starting ASAP to 31/08/2026 with potential to be extended for 2026/2027.
To work between 08:30 and 15:15 (30 hours per week), Monday to Friday, 39 weeks per year.
We are looking for LSAs to work alongside individual pupils with EHCPs to support learning and individual needs.
Duties will include supporting with classroom learning, reading, leading small groups and one to one learning and adapting tasks for children with special educational needs.
We are particularly interested in applicants considering a more permanent LSA role and/or future career in teaching who would be supported to progress to Initial Teacher Training with the Xavier Teaching Hub, however other suitable candidates are equally welcomed.
If you are considering applying we suggest you come to meet the headteacher and see the school.
We are looking for applicants who:
• Are supportive of our Catholic ethos
• Are excited and enthusiastic about learning
• Can inspire and motivate children and are committed to raising standards through example and innovation
• Can adapt learning for children with varied educational needs
• Have good spoken English
• Have GCSE grade C or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English
• Have competent ICT skills
• Are flexible, resilient, professional, personable team players
• Enjoy working with amazing, happy, chatty children!
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Previous experience of working with children and young people is desirable but not essential.
Interviews will take place for shortlisted applicants upon review to start ASAP pending all safer recruitment and pre-employment checks have been satisfactorily completed.
We reserve the right to offer and appoint the right candicate before the closing date.
Safeguarding Statement
This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.