Learning Support Assistant - Level 2
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE15 7HP7 days remaining to apply
Job start date
17 September 2026
Closing date
24 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
17 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full time equivalent salary
- TBC
Learning Support Assistant - Level 2 job summary
Learning Support Assistant - Level 2
Salary Grade BB03: £25,483 per annum pro rata. Actual approx £15,454
30 hours per week, term time only + 3 training day Actual hours Monday - Friday hours to be discussed. Monday Tuesday part time hours Wednesday - Friday full days.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant - Level 2 to join our team, providing key SEN support within the classroom on a 1:1 basis and working closely with other teaching staff and SENDCO to ensure provision is effective and that learning needs are met.
Job overview
As a Learning Support Assistant - Level 2, you’ll provide personalised SEN provision on a 1:1 basis, supporting the pupil 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 reaches their full potential.
We are looking for a candidate who:
• Is a practising catholic or willing to support the catholic ethos of our school.
• Is a committed individual who is able to contribute to supporting all of the pupils in our school and who will strive to make a difference to their lives.
• Has experience in supporting SEND pupils.
• Has a hard working, positive attitude to school life.
• Has a good working knowledge of the primary curriculum.
And in return we will offer:
• A strong catholic ethos.
• An inclusive school with happy children who enjoy learning.
• A staff team committed to high standards.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.
• Support and training in working with pupils with additional needs.
• A very supportive local governing committee.
• A happy and supportive working environment for staff.
If you would like to join our friendly and supportive team, and feel you have the skills to help our pupils achieve their potential please apply.
The Local Governing Committee is fully committed to the safety and protection of its pupils. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure check via the Disclosure and Barring Service together with other relevant employment checks deemed appropriate. An online search will take place on shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 guidance.
Why join us?
As a Learning Support Assistant - Level 2 within St Bede's Catholic Primary, Denton Burn, 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.
We welcome and encourage visits to the school by arrangement with Mrs Walton.
Further information about the job
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.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle
- Organisation type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 204 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
School location
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