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Learning Support Assistant

St Bernard's High School · Westcliff-on-Sea · Southend-on-Sea

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly and supportive SEN department. This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of our young people by helping them achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support pupils in the classroom, individually and in small groups.
  • Assist students with a range of learning needs and abilities.
  • Work closely with teachers and the SENCO to support the learning of students with additional needs.
  • Encourage students' confidence, independence, and social development.
  • Help create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Patience, empathy, positive attitude and caring nature.
  • The ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Applications are welcomed from both experienced LSAs and those new to support.

Please complete the support staff application form found on our website www.stbernardswestcliff.org.uk under School Information/Vacancies – please note we do not accept CVs. Please contact the HR department for further information on recruitment@stbernards.southend.sch.uk

Closing Date: Monday 29 June 2026, 9.00am

Interviews: w/c 29 June 2026

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment.


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About this school

St Bernard's High School

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–18

Not rated
Pupils
1,021
Avg teacher salary
£44,984
Pupil:teacher ratio
16.5:1
Academy trust
ST BERNARD'S HIGH SCHOOL

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

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Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 7JS

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Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
8 June 2026
Closing date
29 June 2026

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