Learning Support Assistant

Catholic Recruitment; Stretford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

St Antony’s Roman Catholic School in the United Kingdom is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our welcoming team and help pupils progress. No prior experience is required as full training will be provided, and you will work closely with teachers to support learning and student development.

You will assist in classroom activities and with individual or small group support, helping create a positive and inclusive atmosphere that fosters confidence and progress.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with children and adults.
• Patience and empathy towards students.
• Ability to follow instructions from teaching staff.
• Willingness to learn new skills to support pupil development.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Support learning in the classroom and small groups.
• Assist teachers with activities and materials.
• Help create a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Good communication

Patience & empathy

Follow instructions

Willingness to learn

Basic literacy & numeracy

Job description

St Antony’s Roman Catholic School is a welcoming and inclusive school located in the United Kingdom, committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for all students. We are currently seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our team and help support the learning and development of our pupils.

Position: Learning Support Assistant
Type: Learning Support
Experience: No previous experience required

Job Description:
As a Learning Support Assistant at St Antony’s, you will work closely with teachers and other staff to provide additional support to students who may need extra help with their learning. This role involves assisting in classroom activities, supporting individual or small groups of pupils, and helping create an encouraging atmosphere that promotes student confidence and progress.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Good communication skills both with children and adults
• Patience, empathy, and understanding towards students’ needs
• Ability to follow instructions carefully from teaching staff
• Willingness to learn new skills related to supporting pupil development
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Values and Attitudes:

• A positive attitude towards working with children of different abilities
• Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within the school community
• Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism in all aspects of work
• Enthusiasm for contributing positively to the educational experience of young people

No prior experience is necessary as full training will be provided. If you are passionate about making a difference in children’s education by offering valuable support within the classroom setting, we would love to hear from you.