Learning Support Assistant

The British School of Barcelona (BSB) is a great school in a wonderful location. We are an HMC school and were judged by a recent BSO (British Schools Overseas) inspection to be outstanding in every area, including quality of education, safeguarding, pupil welfare and academic outcomes.

BSB is a large, very popular school for children aged 3 to 18. Our curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum, and we offer a wide range of GCSEs, A levels and the International Baccalaureate Diploma, all alongside a significant enrichment programme.

Over 2000 pupils from more than 74 nationalities attend the school and over 315 staff work at BSB, across three locations. In 2026 we will be expanding our school, adding a state of the art campus at Maresme, east of Barcelona city. The campus will initially enrol students from Nursery to Year 6 in 2026, expanding to Year 13 in 2028.  This is an exciting new development with a range of specialist facilities including: state of the art classrooms, science labs, fully equipped music and art facilities and rehearsal spaces, dedicated play, social and study spaces, and indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set in stunning surroundings with the mountains as a backdrop and the coast as the frame. This is a truly exceptional setting for learning.

BSB’s reputation for ensuring the very best student experience, along with strong academic outcomes and a programme that focuses on building character and developing global mindset has seen the school grow from strength to strength. However, we do not rest on our laurels, we always seek to improve, and this can be seen from our approach to teacher development, through active professional learning communities and reflective practice.

Our growth means that we are now looking for exceptional teachers to join us. If you would like to be part of something special and shape an exciting next step in your career, we would like to hear from you.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant join our fantastic team.

About Cognita:
Cognita is a global leader in independent education.  Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90+ schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students.  Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world".

At Cognita, we know every student is unique.  We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from.  And each and every one of our schools is unique too.

About the Role:
We are looking for a full time Learning Support Assistant to work in our BSB Maresme campus. The ideal candidate will support the education and social development of pupils under the direction of the Headteacher and class teachers.

As a Learning Support Assistant at BSB, you will form part of the Learning Support Team. You will be required to demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teachers and increase achievement of all pupils, including those with additional  educational needs and disabilities.

The appointed Learning Support Assistant will need a proven excellent track-record of:

• Demonstrating an understanding of how young children best learn.
• Communicating effectively and sensitively with pupils to adapt to their needs and support their learning.
• Contributing to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role.
• Knowing each individual child and supporting teachers to adapt teaching and learning to meet the specific needs of each pupil.
• Maintaining an interactive and inspiring learning environment.
• Ensuring well-being is at the heart of our provision.
• Having good interpersonal skills and able to work well as part of a team
• Being committed to on-going professional development.

Who We Are Looking For:
We require:
• Education related qualification, with a minimum C Grade Maths and English GCSE – or Spanish equivalent.
• Qualification related to SEND or child development desirable.

Join a team of enthusiastic individuals who appreciate the rigour of the English curriculum but embrace the freedoms offered by an international setting.

Benefits at Cognita:
All positions are offered with attractive packages including competitive salaries, places for staff children in BSB, and other local benefits.

How to Apply:
Deadline for applications: Friday 10th April 2026.

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Cognita is committed to preserving and promoting equality of opportunity in all aspects of the conduct of its business.

No member of staff or any applicant for employment with Cognita will be discriminated against, harassed or victimised because of their personal characteristics. Cognita expects all staff to comply with the letter and the spirit of its policy.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.