Learning Support Assistant
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Part time - term time plus specified days
Advert Start Date:
21/10/2026
Advert End Date:
08/11/2026 23:59
Salary:
Grade E, SCP 8 - 11 (£27,709 - £29,070 per annum, pro rata)
Hours per week:
33 Hours and 30 Minutes per Week
Job Category:
Schools - Teaching Assistant
Employment Location:
St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form, Biddick Lane, Washington, NE38 8AF
Further Information
Location: St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form, Biddick Lane, Washington, NE38 8AF
Salary: Grade E, SCP 8 - 11 (£27,709 - £29,070 per annum, pro rata)
Hours: 33 Hours and 30 Minutes per Week, Temporary Contract, Term Time Only plus 1 Week (39 Weeks per Year)
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.
We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. Our schools are located in Northumberland, Gateshead, Sunderland and Durham Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England.
We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our team and support pupils to achieve their full potential.
Working under the guidance of teaching staff and the SENDCo, you will provide targeted support to individuals and small groups, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). You will play a vital role in helping pupils access learning, develop confidence and independence, and fully participate in school life. You may also support pupils with identified medical needs, working in line with Individual Healthcare Plans and school policies to ensure their health, safety, dignity and inclusion throughout the school day.
The successful candidate will have experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational setting. And they will be able to demonstrate an understanding of SEND and inclusive practice, alongside the ability to support pupils with a range of needs.
How to Apply:
To complete an online application form please click the 'Apply Now' button.
Closing Date: 8th November 2026
Shortlisting Date: TBC
Interview Date: TBC
The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect 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.