Learning Support Assistant

About UsSt Wilfrid's is an "Outstanding Catholic School" where "staff are excellent role models" and where students say that the school "feels like a family where people care for each other" (Catholic Schools Inspection 2024).If you want to work in a School where everyone is valued and supported to be the best they can be (both students and staff) then this is the school for you. Please click on the following link or copy to your browser to get a flavour of St Wilfrid's here. As you will see from the link, we have great facilities, great staff and above all, great studentsThis is a school that wants to be the very best it can be. Do you want to be part of that? We really do value our teachers and actively support their professional development. You do not need to be a Catholic to work here, indeed many of our staff are not, but a willingness to embrace the ethos of the school is expected.The strength of community at St Wilfrid's is a strong one based upon mutual respect. The staff work incredibly hard and are prepared to go the extra mile for the students in their charge. Our students are amazing and they contribute enormously to making the school such a welcoming and productive place.Our most recent Catholic School Inspection Report (October 2024) and our _blank">Ofsted Report (March 2023) certainly reinforce this aspect of school life. All potential applicants are invited and encouraged to arrange a visit – we firmly believe you won't be disappointedSt Wilfrid's Catholic School reserves the right to review applications, interview and appoint before the close date so please make sure your applications are sent as soon as possible. Candidates may be invited for interview upon receipt of their application.Job DetailsSalary: £15,730 - £15,920Contract Type: PermanentWorking Pattern: Term Time Only plus one weekLocation: CrawleyInterviews: TBCAre you enthusiastic and passionate about creating opportunities for young people? If so we are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join our Learning Support Team in September. Regardless of previous experience, if you are looking for a satisfying and rewarding position then this could be for you.This position could be ideal to anyone who is thinking of taking a gap year before university and are looking for a job where each day is different, filled with experiences that are both challenging, fun, and fulfilling.This role is part-time, term time only for 26.5 hours per week to be worked over 5 working days, Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 15:20hrs.What You Need to SucceedTo work under guidance, to provide support in addressing the needs of students who require particular help to overcome barriers to learning.Further InformationSt Wilfrid's Catholic 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.How to ApplyTo apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).Once complete please return this to Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the 'Apply online' button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.The reference number for this role is SCHO01464.LOCATIONCrawley areaCONTRACT TYPEPermanentJOB TYPEEducation - School SupportCLOSING DATE05 January 2026