Overview
Learning Support Assistant - St Luke's Catholic Academy, Harlow - Scale 4
Job Ref No. ECC5234-203S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 4
Position Start Date: 01/01/2026 Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 24/09/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: Monday 6th October 2025
Learning Support Assistant - St Luke's Catholic Academy, Harlow
Required - January 2026
Contract Type: Part-Time/Term Time Only
Contract Term: Permanent Contract
Contracted Hours: Monday to Friday 08.45am to 15.15pm - 28hrs 45mins hpw
Responsibilities
The Trustees of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, and caring Learning Support Assistant at St Luke's Catholic Academy. You will be working alongside class teachers and will work in a variety of roles, including supporting an allocated child, a group of children, or a whole class group. The successful candidate must have classroom experience and be able to provide academic, emotional, and social support to enable the children to achieve their best. This role may also encompass lunch time duties.
What the Trust offers
* Exceptionally well-behaved pupils who are proud of their school and achievements
* A welcoming and warm environment where everyone is valued and respected
* Strong and experienced leadership team, dedicated to the professional development of staff
* Strong Church community links and a supportive Governing Body
Requirements/Qualifications
The successful candidate will have:
* Experience of working with children with a range of needs
* Able to positively support children who display challenging behaviours
* The ability to inspire children with the love of learning
* Be patient, calm and dedicated to their child's success
* Able to support the Catholic ethos of the school
NVQ Level 2 in Learning Support/Early Years, NNEB or equivalent qualifications is essential.
How to apply
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please arrange to do so by emailing Mrs Irene Nelson, H.R. Manager for the Trust at nelson@ourladyoffatimatrust.essex.sch.uk. An application pack can be found at www.ourladyoffatimatrust.essex.sch.uk
Completed CES application forms should be emailed to Mrs Irene Nelson.
The school reserves the right to appoint a candidate during the application process.
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to support this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance, an enhanced DBS.
Applications must be made using the school's downloadable application form. (CES Application Form). Available from the school website, CESEW website, or upon request.
Information about the School
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust was formed in August 2013 and incorporates St Alban's Catholic Academy and St Luke's Catholic Academy. Both schools are one form entry and are happy, exciting and inspiring learning environments.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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Irene Nelson
First Avenue, Harlow
Essex, CM20 2NP Telephone: 01279 425383
Email: Irenenelson@st-albans.essex.sch.uk
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