Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
The Saint John Henry Newman School
Hertfordshire
- £17,694 per year
- New
- Expiring soon
- Quick apply
- Salary:
- HCC H2.3
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2025
- Apply by:
- 6 December 2024
Job overview
We are looking for an additional Learning Support Assistant to join our School from January 2025. This is a part-time (term time only) job, applicants MUST be willing to work Monday-Thursday 08:30-15:10 and Friday 08:30-14:30. Please feel free to contact us to discuss the role in more detail. Visits to the school are welcomed. However, they are also part of our interview process.
About the Role
We have a vacancy for a Learning Support Assistant to join our Learning Support Team in our school. Experience of working in school is an advantage but not essential. NVQ Level 2, or similar qualification, and experience of supporting children with additional needs would be preferred - or a willingness to learn and to train. There will be opportunities for training and career development in the school. You will be an integral part of a friendly and committed team of staff. You must also be able to work on your own initiative as well as in a team. This could be a good opportunity for someone considering a career in education.
About our School
The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School is a very distinctive community which unequivocally works to be a living Christian community in which each child and young adult is known and loved for who they are. We want our pupils and students to enjoy their education – to be happy, safe and secure and to grow in God’s love so that when they leave the school, they are equipped to change the world and make it a better place.
We firmly believe that our parents are the ‘prime’ educators and that our success is a result of the collaboration between parents, school and child working together for the good of the child. Our parents are encouraged to be fully engaged in their children’s education and there are many opportunities for parents to visit the school and contribute to their children’s adult formation and academic success.
This academic success has been acknowledged by the Department for Education, who have written to the school and acknowledged its excellent performance. Nick Gibbs, Minister of State for School Reform, commented that The John Henry Newman School is one of the top 90 schools in the country on one measure and in the top 100 schools in the country on another measure.
We are however very clear that our ‘Mission’ is to create an environment in which children can discover who they are and what their role in this life is. In the words of our patron, the Blessed John Henry Newman, we believe that “God has created us to do Him some definite service”.
Closing and interview date
Apply immediately as we reserve the right to move to the interview stage and appointment as soon as there is a viable application field.
Start date
As soon as possible and by mutual agreement
If you would like additional information or to discuss this vacancy - please email the school (hr@jhn.herts.sch.uk) or call us (01438 314 643) for the attention of Miss Mcdevitt.
To apply for this vacancy, please complete and upload the attached Teach in Herts application form, if you are unable to upload the application form please send a completed application form to hr@jhn.herts.sch.uk. for the attention of Miss Mcdevitt.
Safeguarding
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the position is subject to safeguarding checks that will include the receipt of satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
Following the shortlisting stage, and prior to making a final decision, the School will collect and process information publicly available about you by conducting a brief online search using an internet search engine. We do this to ensure that the school acts in accordance with its obligations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Attached documents
About The Saint John Henry Newman School
- The Saint John Henry Newman School
- Hitchin Road, Stevenage
- Hertfordshire
- SG1 4AE
- United Kingdom
The Saint John Henry Newman School is a popular 11-18 mixed Catholic comprehensive school in Stevenage, and is a member of the Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust. The school serves the Catholic community across north Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and as far south as Hatfield, with pupils from more than 25 different parishes. It has an excellent reputation; it is heavily oversubscribed and there are continuing interest lists for all year groups. The roll is currently approximately1600, including 400 in the Sixth Form. The school has benefitted from considerable investment in its buildings, including a new £3.5 million Sports and Performing block (The Pavilion) and a substantial new build programme that is due to be completed in July 2023.
Since its foundation in 1987, the school has developed a reputation for excellent educational standards combined with unique opportunities to prepare students for a rapidly changing world. This academic success has been acknowledged by the Department for Education, who have written to the school and acknowledged its excellent performance, commenting that The Saint John Henry Newman School is one of the top 90 schools in the country on one measure and in the top 100 schools in the country on another measure. In 2022/23 the students achieved:
- 86% GCSE English and Maths at 9-4
- 37% of all GCSE grades achieved were 9-7
- 56% A Level at A*, A and B.
- At A-level the pass rate for the last three years has been over 99%.
The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School sees the quality of interpersonal relationships as the most significant factor in the provision of an outstanding education. The School strives to create the most conducive learning environment which results in our students fulfilling their potential and going out to change the world. Exam results, important though they are for opening doors for pupils in the future, do not determine success and happiness. Therefore we have a strong enrichment and wellbeing programme that encompasses every student and a comprehensive career curriculum. We have been awarded with the Kitemark for emotional health and wellbeing for our work supporting students, their families and staff.
Headteacher
Mr David Carrasco-Morley
Values and vision
The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School works towards being a living Christian community where every student is known and valued for their differences and strengths. Serving the Catholic community across over 25 different parishes, the secondary school has a wide catchment area. Teachers are dedicated to giving students a well-rounded education that prepares them for further education and the wider world at this important time in their life.
Ofsted report
“The headteacher is determined to ensure that students achieve high levels of academic success, and become confident, caring and cultured individuals who contribute well to the school and the wider community. Leaders, including members of the governing body, ensure that the school is a safe environment and students are exceptionally well-cared for. Students’ excellent relationships with those who teach and support them contribute to their enjoyment of learning and their drive to succeed.”
View John Henry Newman Catholic School’s latest Ofsted report
Please note that you are wholly responsible for fact checking in respect of the information provided by schools. Please also check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply. Tes is not responsible for the content of advertisements or the policies adopted by advertising schools. Tes asks that all schools follow Tes' Fair Recruitment Policy.