Learning Support Assistant (Teaching Assistant)

Saint Gregory's Catholic College; Clays End; On-site; GBP 18,071 - 18,358; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Saint Gregory's Catholic College in England is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join the Inclusion department. The role involves in-class support, small group work and one-to-one assistance for students with SEND. Start date from September/October 2026, permanent contract with flexible hours including a minimum of three days and must include Thursday and Friday.

Term time plus INSET days. Salary is Grade 3 SCP 5-6, with full-time equivalent £25,583–£25,989; actual £18,071–£18,358 for

Qualifications

• Flexibility to contribute to in-class support, small group work and one-to-one support for students with SEND.
• Term-time only plus all INSET days that fall on agreed working days.
• Minimum of three working days per week, including Thursdays and Fridays.
• No prior Learning Support Assistant experience required.
• Applications welcome from experienced professionals seeking a new career challenge.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support to pupils during lessons.
• Lead small group work and targeted interventions as needed.
• Support students with SEND on a one-to-one basis and monitor progress.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and maintain professional references as required.

Job description

Post: Learning Support Assistant (Teaching Assistant)

Start date: September 2026/October 2026

Contract type: Permanent. Flexible hours by negotiation between a minimum of three working days which must include a Thursday and Friday up to 30.42 hours per week across five working days. Term time only plus all INSET days that fall on your agreed working days.

Hours: Up to 30.42 hours per week. Monday to Friday 8.45am- 3.10pm

Salary: Grade 3 SCP 5-6, £25,583 - £25,989 full-time equivalent, actual £18,071 - £18,358 based on 30.42 hours per week

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 6 September 2026

Interview date: TBC

Our students are amazing. They are clever, kind and a joy to work with. They inspire, challenge and drive us as professionals to deliver the highest standards of education and care; to fill their school life with academic rigour, compassion and laughter. School is a busy and varied place of work, but as a team, we work together to reach out, find solutions and truly make a difference in the lives of young people.

These are exciting times for the Inclusion department at St Gregory’s. We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant who will have the flexibility to contribute to in‑class support, small group work and one to one support of students with SEND. As well as engage, inspire and encourage our young people to achieve their very best.

You do not need to have worked as a Learning Support Assistant (Teaching Assistant) before, although of course we also welcome applications from experienced professionals seeking a new career challenge.

We welcome applications from those wishing to apply for the maximum number of hours available (30.42) and also those wishing to apply on a job share basis or on reduced hours to fit around other commitments, for example dropping off or picking up children from school. We would also consider applicants who wish to work less than five days a week. However, to ensure consistency in the support we offer our students, we would request a minimum of three working days and Applicants must be available to work on Thursdays and Fridays. If you would like to apply on this basis and are shortlisted, please discuss this at interview.

Why you should join St Gregory’s:

We passionately believe that every child can discover their own remarkable place in the world and the contribution that you bring to our school deserves its own rewards. As a member of our team, you can expect:

• To join a supportive and friendly team
• A supportive employer that will work with you to meet your working needs
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• A positive and innovative learning culture where well‑being and workload are effectively managed
• A vibrant and dynamic student body that deserves the very best in teaching and support
• Professional support to help you develop your career
• Free Parking
• The opportunity to take an unpaid "career break" after five years of continuous service

Safeguarding statement

St. Gregory's Catholic College 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. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory professional references, qualification verification, overseas certificates of good conduct and social media check.