Learning Support Assistant

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, dynamic Ofsted rated ‘good’ school where all can thrive and staff are highly valued. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about equality of opportunity and ensuring excellent standards of student learning, achievement and behaviour for all our students especially our SEND students. As a Learning Support Assistant your role is to engage, be creative and very patient when working with students. In the first instance, this position is offered on a fixed term contract and would be ideal for a graduate, possibly with a Maths/English or Science degree or other subject, who is seeking experience before joining the teaching profession.

St Ignatius College is:

• A well-respected, oversubscribed Jesuit Community committed to the academic, spiritual and personal development of each individual: the formation of the whole person
• A warm friendly community where all are respected and valued
• A school where staff are developed ‘’through a strong programme of ongoing individualised support”
• A school where students are courteous, respectful and keen to succeed

Teacher testimonial: “I feel that I have really grown professionally at St Ignatius College. Teachers are encouraged to take risks with their practice and the CPD is second to none. It is an incredibly supportive environment.”

The successful candidate will:

• Be an outstanding practitioner, with the energy to inspire, motivate and challenge students and staff
• Believe in the right of every student to succeed
• Support our Catholic ethos and contribute to our core vision and values
• What we offer:
• An experienced and dedicated staff who share their excellent practice with each other
• A collaborative, outward looking and over-subscribed school
• Excellent modern facilities in a well-resourced school, with access to free parking and swimming pool
• Opportunities for professional development through CPD opportunities such as Teaching and Learning team, support with becoming an examiner and ELKLAN training and leadership programmes.
• Opportunities to train to teach. We have a strong record of supporting our LSAs to obtain their qualified teacher status.

We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. The successful applicant will be committed to the distinct Jesuit ethos of the College. St Ignatius College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Anyone applying to work in our school is expected to share this commitment.

Please complete our application form to be found at www.st-ignatius.enfield.sch.uk/291/careers-at-st-ignatius-college and email to recruitment@st-ignatius.enfield.sch.uk

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.