Learning Support Assistant (maternity cover)

Learning Support Assistant (maternity cover)

To start September 2026 until August 2027

19 hours per week: Tuesday (9am-3.30pm), Thursday and Friday (8.30am-3.30pm)

Term-time only

Grade 6, commencing point 8, £13.90 per hour

Actual salary equates to £11,679 per annum (pay award pending)

Blessed George Napier is a popular, over-subscribed, Catholic School in Banbury with an excellent reputation for both academic achievement and student welfare.

“Pupils are keen to be part of this thoughtful and inclusive school… enjoying learning and showing kindness are part of everyday life… Pupils talk positively about the support provided for their physical and mental well-being… and study an ambitious curriculum.”

Latest Ofsted report

We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant with an interest in and/or experience of working with young people with special educational needs.

Working under the guidance of the SENDCo, and you will deliver planned learning activities to individuals and small groups, both in and out of the classroom. The role will involve supporting pupils with specific or complex needs, therefore experience in working in a similar environment would be advantageous.

You will work within the SEN team to plan and prepare learning activities. You will play an important role in creating a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment, supporting students’ academic progress and personal development.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine passion for working with young people. Previous experience in a school setting, particularly within a secondary school, is desirable.

This is a rewarding position that would suit anyone that wants to have a positive impact on the lives of young people.

Our people are at the heart of our success and in return we can offer:

• Work with a values-led and supportive team
• Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Genuine commitment to employee health and wellbeing, including a dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to education staff discount schemes

All applicants must be able to demonstrate an empathy for, and understanding of, the Catholic Christian ethos of the school.

If you have any questions or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact our HR department: hr@bgn.oxon.sch.uk or call us on 01295 264216.

Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form, part of The Pope Francis Catholic Multi Academy Company, has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) and where relevant, a childcare disqualification check. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks including two suitable references, evidence of Right to Work, Medical Clearance and, where applicable, a prohibition check and evidence of qualifications. All successful candidates will be required to present photographic ID and/or their birth certificate along with evidence of any name changes.

This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Further information can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.

An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.