Learning Support Assistant

Full Time Permanent Term Time +10 days
  • Apply by: 31 March 2026
  • Suitable for ECT/NQTs: Not Applicable
  • Full Time
  • Permanent
  • Term Time +10 days
  • Pound St, Carshalton SM5
  • Scale Sc1c/3, Points 4-6: £24,801 – £25,510 gross per annum (£28,125 - £28,929 FTE)
  • Archdiocese of Southwark
  • Start date: Immediate Start
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Phase: Secondary with sixth form / Role: Student Support
St Philomena’s High School for Girls

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work with some of our students who have learning needs. The students concerned may have learning difficulties due to medical needs or specific learning difficulties. They will need support in class and with activities to help them meet their full potential. They will need someone who can help to build their self-esteem and confidence as well as helping them to progress.

You should be:

● Enthusiastic, resourceful and understanding, with a positive outlook. The ability to relate to young people is essential.

● Able to deliver support programmes in 1:1 or small group situations.

● Able to deliver and develop support strategies for students with specific needs.

● Able to work in a team sharing good practices and developing resources and materials.

If shortlisted, candidates will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy test. Candidates successful in this will be brought forward to interview.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a thriving school and make a major contribution to the schools continued success. Working as a Teaching Assistant can amass a wealth of knowledge and experience that is beneficial to those wishing to pursue a career in teaching.

36 hours per week

Monday – Friday

Term Time plus 2 weeks

Scale Sc1c/3, Points 4-6: £24,801 – £25,510 gross per annum (£28,125 – £28,929 FTE)

All staff are required to be supportive of the Ethos and Core Values of the school and we have a Chaplaincy team that can help support individuals within their roles.

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Please mention catholicrecruitment.co.uk when applying.

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