Prep Learning Support Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and organised individual to join our Prep team as a Learning Support Assistant. The successful candidate will work in the classroom and with small groups of children under the direction of the classroom teachers and SENDCo, supporting teaching and learning in the Prep school, predominantly working within the Upper Prep (Prep Three-Prep Six). Prep Learning Support Assistants provide support and assist teachers in the development and education of children in our school. 

This is a full-time position, term time only plus 5 Inset days and Open Day. In return we offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits including: generous fee remission; free lunches and refreshments; contributory pension scheme; cycle to work scheme; free annual flu vaccination; eye care vouchers; and free car parking on site. 

Candidates must have a willingness to play a full part in the extra-curricular life of the College and be in sympathy with its Catholic ethos. 

St Columba’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the role, including reference checks with past employers, online background checks, and the Disclosure & Barring Service. 

If you wish to discuss the vacancy further, please contact Jackie Metcalfe, HR Manager at metcalfe.j@stcolumbascollege.org  or on 01727 892095. To apply for this position, visit https://stcolumbascollege.org/

 Closing date: 10 am on Tuesday, 29th October 2024 and interviews will be conducted during w/c 4th November. Early applications are encouraged as the College reserves the right to call suitable candidates to interview prior to the closing date.