Learning Support Assistant

The Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 1PG

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  2nd November 2026

• Closing date

  19 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  5 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £25,614.00 - £26,427.00 Annually (FTE) Hours are 8.45am - 3.15pm term time only

Learning Support Assistant job summary

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our team and make a positive difference in the lives of our pupils. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers to support teaching and learning, helping all children - particularly those with additional needs - to access the curriculum and thrive in the classroom.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting pupils’ learning through planned activities and targeted interventions.

• Promoting positive behaviour, wellbeing, and inclusion for all learners.

• Preparing and organising learning materials and resources.

• Assisting with personal care when required.

• Contributing to pupil observations and assessments to inform progress.

• Working collaboratively with teaching staff, families, and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.

We are looking for someone who is caring, patient, and committed to ensuring every child can reach their full potential. A strong understanding of safeguarding, equality, and inclusive practice is essential, along with a willingness to engage in professional development and uphold the school’s mission and values.

If you are passionate about supporting children’s learning and want to be part of a welcoming, forward-thinking school community, we would love to hear from you.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office on 01707375518.

The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

About The Holy Family Catholic Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 211 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: The Holy Family Catholic Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-holy-family-catholic-primary-school-welwyn-garden-city

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