Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

REQUIRED as soon as possible

36 hours a week, five days a week, term-time plus one week

(P3– P5) £28,617- £29,436 FTE (pro-rata actual salary £24,477 – £25,177

Voluntary Aided NOR: 1200 300 in 6th Form

Our school is very highly regarded, heavily oversubscribed and enjoys consistently outstanding examination results. Finchley Catholic is a very rewarding place to work with a supportive collegiate atmosphere. This post is for term time only, plus 5 Inset Days and for 36 hours per week, to support students before, during and after school.

Applications are invited for the above Learning Support Assistant post to support pupils who have been identified as having Special Educational Needs.

You will:

• Work with the teacher in lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lessons/work plans as appropriate

• Set high expectations with all students

• Differentiate work for designated students, ensuring they are achieving a good level of progress

• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom

• Work closely within the SEND department and the wider staff

You are:

• Friendly and approachable with excellent communication skills

• Able to motivate and inspire

• Committed to achieving high standards of learning and behaviour for all children

The level 1 post does not necessarily require previous LSA experience. It may be suitable for those considering a move into teacher training. If you are applying for a level 2 position, previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant is a pre-requisite. Please state either your current area of expertise or area of responsibility.

Please complete a non-teaching staff application form (downloadable from the website) and include a letter of application outlining how your qualifications and experience make you suitable for the post. Your application should then be sent to the Headteacher, Ciran Stapleton at recruitment@finchleycatholic.org.uk
by 12 noon on Tuesday 7th April 2026. Interviews will take place on Tuesday 14th April 2026

Applications from non-Catholics who are willing to support the values and ethos of a Catholic school are warmly invited.

FCHS is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as such all candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.