Support Assistant Level 3
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Full time - term time plus specified days
Advert Start Date:
15/06/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 29/06/2026 09:00
Salary:
£26,403 - £27,254 per annum pro rata (Actual salary £22,437 – 23,161 per annum)
Hours per week:
37 hours per week, term time plus 3 training days as confirmed by the school (Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:00 and Friday 08:00 to 15:30)
Job Category:
Schools - Support
Employment Location:
St Thomas More Catholic High School, Lynn Road, North Shields, Tyne and Wear NE29 8LF
Further Information
St Thomas More Catholic High School
Lynn Road
North Shields
Tyne and Wear
NE29 8LF
Fixed term contract for one year
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our team, providing key SEN support within the classroom and working closely with other teaching staff to ensure provision is effective and that learning needs are met.
Job overview
As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll provide personalised SEN provision, supporting the pupils in accessing the curriculum at an appropriate level and adapting the learning to make it accessible for students with specific needs. This role also involves providing pastoral support, and you’ll monitor progress to feed back to the class teacher whilst working closely with relevant staff to ensure an individual can achieve to the fullest extent.
Job requirements
- GCSE English and Maths at C grade or above
- Experience of supporting pupils with SEN and utilising strategies to manage behaviours and meet needs, including supporting speech and language
- Awareness of Child Safeguarding and the latest SEN policies to implement effective provision, including working with outside agencies to deliver EHCP provisions
- Ability to effectively communicate on the pupil’s progress, with strong written and verbal communication skills
Why join us?
As a Learning Support Assistant within St Thomas More Catholic High School, you’ll be able to make a key difference to a pupil’s educational experience as a crucial part of the wider team, and will have the opportunity to develop your skillset with key training and development opportunities available.
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Please note
This job is closed for applications.