Learning Support Assistant - Full Time

DIOCESE OF BRENTWOOD

St Patrick's Catholic School

Lowshoe Lane

Collier Row

Romford

RM5 2AP

Tel: 01708 745655

At St Patrick’s we work to instil a sense of respect and value – of the world, for people and for self. We believe in achievement for all, where every child is aspirational, thinks for themselves, has high expectations, resilience, autonomy and fosters a ‘can do’ attitude. Our staff and children see themselves as active learners, being part of a learning community that seeks to inspire and motivate each other to be the best that they can be.

Learning Support Assistant

Hours: 30.417 hours per week (6 hours 5 minutes per day) - (inclusive of 15 minute unpaid am break & 30 minute unpaid lunch break). Required for 5 days per week - 08:30 – 15:20/39 weeks per year

Salary: Scale 2 depending on experience (FTE £27,729 - £28,125 p.a.) Pro rata salary £20,129 - £20,417 p.a.

Contract: Permanent

Start Date from 1^st September 2025.

The Governors of St. Patrick’s Catholic Primary School wish to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Learning Support Assistant to join our successful school.

Applications are warmly invited to join our supportive and enthusiastic team

We are looking to appoint a SEND Learning Support Assistant to work as part of our friendly and dedicated SEND support team. The role will involve working closely to support children with speech and language, social communication/ASD, ADHD and/or SEMH needs. Knowledge of SEND practice and experience of working with young children with SEN in a school setting is desired.

 We are looking for a person who:

• Is calm, patient and kind
• Is positive and cheerful – a good sense of humour is essential!
• Has an understanding of children with SEND needs
• Is an effective communicator
• Is reliable and discreet
• Is flexible and able to work as part of a wider team and with a range of children with differing needs.
• Is able to show initiative to organise tasks and activities
• Is able to build positive relationships with students, parents and other staff
• Is keen to learn and develop their own practice/skills in order to improve the outcomes for a child with SEN

 St Patrick’s can offer you:

• A supportive and caring team
• Continued professional development and training
• A school environment which is friendly and welcoming
• An opportunity to be part of a strong and dedicated staff team who are committed to high standards

Applicants are encouraged to contact the school by email on:- office@saint-patricks.org.uk or telephone on 01708 745655 to arrange a visit.

Please apply online.

Closing date: 31^st July 2025

Interview date: 12^th August 2025

Interview will include: planned task delivery and a formal interview.

Shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and for ensuring that they are protected from harm. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.