Learning Support Assistant NEW

Xavier Catholic Education Trust; Godalming; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned Catholic Primary School in Godalming seeks a Learning Support Assistant starting September 2025 for 30 hours a week. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on children's development in a supportive and passionate educational environment. The role offers professional growth alongside a caring team, ideal for those considering a teaching career or dedicated to supporting students.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Strong community feel

Qualifications

• Determination to impact children's progress and development.
• Experience supporting children’s learning in a classroom setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning at St Edmund’s Catholic Primary School.
• Promote independence and assist children in accessing learning.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Initiative

English skills

Maths skills

Experience in a classroom

Education

GCSE Equivalent in English and Maths

Job description

Learning Support Assistant to start September 2025 -30 hours per week (non-negotiable)

Monday to Friday: 8.40am–15.20pm, 39 weeks per year.

Salary Range XCET PS3.2 - £16,903.00 per annum pro-rata (£23,576.00 Full Time Equivalent)

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a strong candidate to support teaching and learning at St Edmund’s Catholic Primary School in Godalming.

The position would suit someone either looking to move on to a career in teaching, or committed to the role of Learning Support Assistant.

We are looking for applicants who:

• Have a determination to make a difference in the children’s progress and development
• Are self-motivated, enthusiastic and committed to getting the best outcomes for our children
• Have the ability to work as part of the team as well as through their initiative
• Have good English and Maths skills/knowledge (GCSE Equivalent)
• Have high expectations of themselves and the children they work with, including promoting independence where possible.
• Will preferably have experience supporting children within the classroom with accessing learning.

We can offer you:

• A fulfilling role in a school with a strong community feel, with motivated and enthusiastic children.
• The chance to work with a supportive and friendly team of people who care passionately about the children and will work hard to improve outcomes for them.
• Professional development opportunities that will see your skills and knowledge grow and develop.

For further information please contact the school office.

Closing Date: Tuesday 17/06/2025

Our roles can receive high volumes of applicants and we may need to occasionally close a vacancy before the published closing date of the advert.

Interviews may also be arranged as suitable applications are received.

We don’t want you to miss out, so recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible.

Safeguarding Statement

St Edmund’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to a comprehensive vetting process including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.