Learning Manager

Inspire. Educate. Empower.

St Cuthberts Catholic High School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative Learning Manager (HLTA - Behaviour Support Base) to join our friendly and committed team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where professional development is encouraged, and every child is valued.

The successful candidate will be required, under the leadership and guidance of the Behaviour Support Base Manager to support students with their individual and academic needs in the Behaviour Support Base, including:

• Complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities under an agreed system of supervision.
• This may involve planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals/groups and monitoring students and assessing, recording and reporting on students' achievement, progress and development.
• Responsible for the management and development of the Behaviour Support Base and management of other learning assistants including allocation and monitoring of work.
• Assess the needs of students and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills to support student learning with the Behaviour Support Base.
• Establish productive working relationships with all students, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
• Implement IEPs as appropriate
• Be aware of and comply with school policies relating to child protection, health & safety, confidentiality and data protection

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for teaching and learning
• Builds strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Is committed to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all
• Embraces creativity and innovation in the classroom
• Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life

Working at St Cuthberts Catholic High School

We are a Catholic 11-16 High School in the heart of the community and wonderful things happen at our school every day. Our school has a rich, exciting, broad and balanced curriculum which is expertly sequenced to get the very best from our students. Our teaching and learning is high quality and research-led, and our Pastoral support ensures that all of our children are happy, safe and cared for.

Joining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you're not just a teacher or staff member you're a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.

In July 2022, Ofsted Inspectors returned and confirmed that St Cuthbert's continues to be a good school.

In our most recent Catholic School Inspection in May 2025, inspectors reported that "Pastoral care is exceptional", "Students at St Cuthbert's Catholic High School benefit from a well-established culture of care and inclusion" and "Relationships at all levels are characterised by mutual respect, kindness and compassion and that staff morale is high".

Our staff enjoy:

• A collaborative and friendly environment where ideas are valued and shared
• The rewarding experience of seeing students grow, succeed, and develop confidence
• Opportunities for continuous professional growth and leadership development
• The chance to make a real difference, shaping the future of our students
• A culture that balances high expectations with genuine care and respect

At St Cuthberts, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That's why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares.

St Cuthberts is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Interviews: TBC during week of 24th November 2025

For more information regarding this role, please contact ,

Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.