Learning Support Assistant

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Understands the SEN Code of Conduct and its practical application
• Previous experience of working with children
• Previous experience of working with children with additional needs or relationship seeking behaviour
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft packages
• Strongly developed organisational skills
• Ability to think on feet, work on own initiative and find solutions to problems
• Good interpersonal skills with strong two‑way communication
• Ability to prioritise own work to meet deadlines and ensure most effective use of time
• Ability to work as a member of a team and be accountable
• Ability to inspire, motivate others and build confidence in the classroom
• Ability to handle conflict and change with optimism and resilience
• Ability to make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school

At Notre Dame the ongoing professional development of all staff is a key priority. Our view is that we can always improve, not because we are not good enough but because we can be even better at what we do and that this in turn will ensure the very best outcomes for our students. We also aim to help staff to be ready for their ‘next step’ in their careers whatever that might be.

• Have an ethos of ‘learning together’ through joint practice development which is conducted in a supportive and developmental way. Staff are encouraged to take risks and use research and evidence based approaches to improve their classroom practice.
• Encourage staff to be reflective and take the lead in their own professional development so that their individual needs are met
• Provide trainee mentoring programmes for those moving in to new positions for example middle and senior leadership

• Learning Support Assistant – 33.75 hours per week / term‑time only / permanent
• Level 3 – Cognition and Learning – Grade 4: £26,403 – £28,598 per annum pro rata
• Actual starting salary: £20,715.79 – £22,437.99 per annum

Notre Dame High School, a vibrant and inclusive Catholic school and proud member of the St. Clare Catholic Multi Academy Trust, is seeking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Level 3 Learning Support Assistant to join our committed support team. This role is vital in fostering an inclusive and nurturing learning environment where all students are encouraged and enabled to thrive.

As a Level 3 Learning Support Assistant, you will provide high-quality support to students with a range of learning needs, working closely with teaching staff to ensure inclusive and engaging classroom experiences. You will play a key role in delivering personalised interventions, helping students access the curriculum, and promoting positive outcomes academically, socially, and emotionally.

You will work in partnership with subject teachers, pastoral teams, and the SENCO to help create a learning environment grounded in Gospel values and high aspirations for every child.

We are particularly keen to reflect the diverse nature of our student community in our staff; we welcome applications from all qualified applicants and strongly believe that diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact to our whole school community.

For further details and an application pack please visit  or e‑mail r Completed application forms and Consent to Obtain References forms should be sent to the above e‑mail address by the closing date below.

Closing date: 12 noon on Friday 30th January 2026

Notre Dame High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. In addition, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a self‑disclosure is required for applicants shortlisted for interview. Notre Dame expects all candidates to familiarise themselves with our Safeguarding Policy which can be found on the school website at