Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant (Level 3) Required from October 2026

27.08 hours per week, 5 days per week (Mon-Fri, 8:40am - 3:25pm)

39 weeks per annum (term time, plus one week - INSET and After School Events)

Grade C, Scale point 4, starting salary of £25,185 (pro-rata for part-time hours) Actual starting salary £16,331

Plus membership of Local Government Pension Scheme

Temporary - linked to funding

Job Share hours may be agreed for the right candidates

Positions available at both Notre Dame and St Boniface's supporting students in classrooms and on a 1:1 basis.

We invite applications for Learning Support Assistants to join our SEND departments in our secondary schools; Notre Dame Plymouth (all girls years 7-11 and mixed post-16) and St Boniface's College (all boys years 7-11).

The post will involve working under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff to support access to learning for students. Knowledge, or experience, of working with children with special needs would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin or continue their career as an LSA; for suitable candidates, a Teaching Assistant qualification can be offered via distance learning under the apprenticeship framework. Experienced candidates are also welcome to apply, grade and level could be discussed at interview.

To apply, please copy and paste the below link into your browser, and select the 'Apply' button.

https://app.schrole.com/v3/#/connect/vacancy/apply/4701b544-1b45-469e-8646-44c1ca95ebc4

Only applications submitted through the site linked above and using the application form attached to the job advert will be accepted. Please ensure the attached application form is completed in full.

We are not able to consider CVs. Previous applicants need not apply.

We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date if suitable applications are received and therefore encourage applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Interview date expected October 2026, however should suitable applications be received prior to the closing date, interviews may be brought forward.

The school operates a Safeguarding Children Recruitment Policy and is committed to promoting the welfare of young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Pay: From £16,331.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person