Learning Support Assistant

Company: Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust
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Location: Washington
Job Description:

Location

St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form, Biddick Lane, Washington, NE38 8AF

Grade & Salary

Grade E, SCP 8 – 11 (£26,823 – £28,141 per annum, pro rata)

Hours

37 hours per week, permanent contract, term time only plus 5 days

Overview

St Robert of Newminster Catholic School & Sixth Form College is a highly successful and oversubscribed secondary school with sixth form located in Washington. Our school aims to provide a stimulating and encouraging environment within which pupils can attain the highest standards of which they are capable, and to assist them in taking their place in the world outside school in a useful and fulfilling career, with a firm sense of Catholic commitment.

Responsibilities

You will work under the guidance of the SENDCO to implement agreed work programmes with individual groups, in or out of the classroom.

Qualifications

  • Experience of working with young people
  • An understanding of the needs of pupils, in particular those with SEND
  • The ability to work within a team
  • The ability to work with pupils on individual targets set by a member of staff
  • Good written and spoken communication skills

Legal & Safeguarding

The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects 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.

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Posted: June 20th, 2026