Learning Support Assistant

Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Hume Catholic School is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant. The role involves supporting students in a high-performing academy known for its outstanding ratings. Candidates will receive training and work within a supportive team-focused environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive support and induction programme

Opportunities for CPD and collaborative work

Qualifications

• Previous experience is desirable but not required; training provided.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills needed.
• Desire to support young people in their education.

Responsibilities

• Support young people in their education.
• Work as part of a team to assist staff.
• Engage positively with students in a supportive environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Advert Start Date:

17/06/2025

Advert End Date:

Closed for applications on 24/06/2025 23:59

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Job Category:

Schools - Support

Vacancy ID:

282379

Employment Location:

Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Old Durham Road Gateshead, NE9 6RZ

Number of posts:

3

24 Jun

Further Information

Learning Support Assistant

Location: Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Old Durham Road
Gateshead, NE9 6RZ
Grade: Grade D, SCP 5-7 (£24,790 - £25,584 per annum), pro rata
Hours: Full Time (37 hours), Term Time Only, Fixed Term Contract ending on 31/08/2026

Our values are summed up in our school motto: ‘Fide, Labore, Caritate’, and all members of our school community live out these values – faith, hard work, and kindness – every day, making Cardinal Hume a very special community to work in for our staff, and to be educated in for our students.

Graded ‘Outstanding’ in 2014 and 2024 by Ofsted and in 2019 by the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle, Cardinal Hume Catholic School is an 11 – 18, high-performing, academy which serves the East of Gateshead. We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, the largest Catholic Education Trust in the North-East of England, which will have a total of 48 schools. Thus, there are a number of opportunities for CPD and collaborative work across a number of schools. Furthermore, a comprehensive and bespoke support and induction programme is provided for all new staff.

We wish to appoint a committed and reliable person to the role of Learning Support Assistant. While previous experience in a similar role would be desirable, full training and support will be available to the successful applicant. We are looking for an individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the qualities and desire to support young people in their education.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop within an established and supportive team of colleagues and will have the benefit of working in our modern building and excellent facilities.

For further details about the school, please go to www.cardinalhume.com/vacancies . If you require further information about the post, or would like to arrange a visit, please contact Mrs B Davies [e-mail] .

How to Apply:
To complete an application form please click the 'Apply Now' button.

The personal statement section should be a letter of no more than 1200 words, addressed to Mr. Robson, Headteacher.

Closing date for applications: Monday 23rd June 2025 (midnight)
Interview date: TBC
Start date: September 2025

The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.