Learning Support Assistant (Entry Level)

Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School, Crawley, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 8JE

14 days remaining to apply

Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
22 April 2025 at 9am
Date listed
4 April 2025

Job details

Job role: Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Pay scale: Grade 3 plus Crawley Allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you interested in making a fundamental difference to the life chances of the young people within our community?

Following our successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 we are investing and developing our pastoral structure to further enhance our student-centred provision:

“This highly inclusive school has a strong sense of community…relationships are very positive because staff take the time to get to know their pupils well. Pupils feel safe and cared for” (Ofsted 2023)

This investment includes the development of exciting career paths and opportunities for dynamic, ambitious people that would like a career in education supporting those students in our community that require additional or an alternative pathway to their learning. We are committed to keeping students in mainstream education:

“Pupils with special educational needs/and disabilities follow the same curriculum as their peers” (Ofsted 2023)

We aim to build incredible futures by empowering neurodiverse students to be happy and make their own way in the world.

We are looking for people with a genuine passion for supporting students in an inclusive and nurturing setting to support students with social, emotional and mental health needs and associated behaviours with in our inclusion and SEN team as part of our wider pastoral development.

What the school offers its staff

Holy Trinity Church of England School is a vibrant and inclusive community located in Crawley, a culturally rich and diverse town. Crawley has fantastic transport links sitting halfway between Croydon and Brighton on the M23 corridor. There is also a fast train service between London Victoria, East Croydon, Haywards Heath and Brighton, in addition to other lines that serve the South. The school operates a minibus service for staff at the start and end of the day serving the three stations in Crawley (Ifield, Crawley and Three Bridges). The school is also the most well connected by bus of the six secondary schools in this area.

Rooted in Christian values, our ethos is underpinned by four key elements: dignity, community, wisdom, and hope. We are dedicated to inspiring every student and providing an environment where they can truly excel, both academically and personally.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and warmly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our community and enhances our ability to serve and support everyone in our school community. We welcome people from all ethnicities, faiths, abilities, genders and sexual orientations, and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all. If you’re passionate, driven and share our belief in the key values of dignity, community, wisdom and hope which underpin our school then we invite you to apply and bring your unique voice and talents to our team.

Our MFL Department offers the opportunity to join a growing team and contribute to a developing dynamic curriculum. You would be part of a strong faculty helping to inspire a curiosity of languages across the school. The French Department sits within the wider Humanities and Languages Area, which provides the benefits of working collaboratively across many subjects within the school.

We are a forward-thinking team, passionate about integrating technology with traditional teaching methods to shape the language learners of tomorrow. Our aim is to encourage a vibrancy within the team and create a desire amongst students to explore the wider world through language and culture.

With every student equipped with their own iPad and individual access to the latest MFL digital apps, you will have the opportunity to explore innovative approaches to the teaching and learning of languages, successfully inspiring and equipping students for their future endeavours.

Crawley’s rich diversity and multiculturalism make our school an exciting place to work, where every day presents new challenges and rewards. As part of our team, you’ll be supported in your professional development and have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our curriculum. We are committed to raising standards and unlocking the potential of every child, and we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for excellence and innovation.

For further details on our school see our vacancies page, where you can view a video or PowerPoint from our Executive Head Teacher, Reverend Millwood.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a community that values dignity, community, wisdom, and hope.
Work in a supportive and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Enjoy access to excellent facilities and resources to support your teaching, including the use of iPads for every student as part of our innovative approach to learning.
Be at the forefront of our exciting curriculum development, where technology and traditional teaching methods blend seamlessly to enhance the educational experience of every child.
Make a positive impact on the lives of young people, promoting a genuine love for French and lifelong learning.

Further details about the role

Please see the job description and person specification for further information.

The closing date is a guide only. We intend to review applications as they are received and call those shortlisted for immediate interview. An early application is advised, as once we have appointed, we will close the recruitment process 

No Agencies 

Applicants should evidence how they meet the requirements of the Job Description/Person Specification and must be willing to undertake all relevant training required to meet the various needs of our students. 

The preferred method of communication in connection with this vacancy is by email. This is how invitations to interview will be sent. Please ensure that you check your emails and junk or spam folders on a regular basis.  

Application forms and details about the post are attached. Please visit the school website for additional information. (http://www.holytrinitycrawley.org.uk). All enquiries and completed applications should be sent to HR (hr@holytrinitycrawley.org.uk) by the closing date. 

This school and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.