Learning Support Assistant

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT

FTE SALARY:                    Grade 4, Point 2 £29,025 (£24,651 pro rata*) * pro rata is based on 39 weeks and includes 5 inset days.

HOURS:                               Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm 36 hours per week

Please note that there are several events throughout the academic year that you will be required to support, such as Transition Days, Parents’ Evenings, and CATS testing. These may take place during evenings or on Saturdays, but occur only periodically.

CONTRACT TYPE:    Term Time plus inset days

START DATE:                Immediate start

Join Our Inclusive and Supportive Team

Are you passionate about education and looking to make a difference in the lives of young people? Coloma Convent Girls School is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join our outstanding team.
We are keen to hear from:

·         University students (including those on a gap year) seeking valuable school-based experience.

·         Aspiring teachers who wish to begin their career in education as a TA before progressing into teaching

·          Graduates who are looking for a rewarding role in education.

Both full-time and part-time posts are available, offering flexibility to fit around study or family commitments.

Minimum Requirements

GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English at grade C/4 or above
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A commitment to supporting pupils with a range of needs

Desirable Skills/Training

We would be delighted to receive applications from candidates who are trained, or willing to undertake training, in the following areas:

Hearing and/or visual impairment

Speech, language, and communication needs

Social, emotional, and mental health

Emotional literacy

We Offer

A school with a strong commitment to all staff. A working environment focused on raising standards for all. The opportunity to work in a team where your skills, enthusiasm and hard work will be appreciated.

Do not be put off applying for a post if you are not a practising Catholic. We welcome applications from colleagues who are supportive of the values of a Catholic School. Many of our staff are members of religious faiths other than Catholic and make an enormous contribution to the well-being of our students.

How to Apply

For more information about Coloma, please visit our website: https://www.coloma.croydon.sch.uk/
Completed applications should be emailed to recruitment@coloma.co.uk

CLOSING DATE: Monday 15th December 2025 @ 9am

INTERVIEWS: Interviews will take place week commencing 15th December 2025.

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 this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.

If you are interested and would like to have a discussion, please email sendco@coloma.co.uk

Please note: We do not accept applications via Agencies