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 highly respected, oversubscribed Jesuit Community with a rich history, committed to the academic, spiritual, and personal development of each individual

·         A warm, friendly community where all are respected and valued

·         A school where teachers are developed ‘through a strong programme of ongoing individualised support’ and where leaders are ‘’without compromise in their continuing programme of improvement’’

·         A school where students are courteous, respectful and keen to learn and 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  

·         Believe in the right of every student to succeed   

·         Have the energy to inspire, motivate and challenge students  

·         Have excellent interpersonal skills and be a real team player 

·         Be committed to developing a knowledge rich curriculum and implementing Rosenshine's principles of instruction

·         Be well-qualified, enthusiastic and dedicated   

·         Support our Catholic ethos and contribute to our core vision and values  

What we offer: 

·         Experienced and dedicated staff who share their excellent practice with each other 

·         Paid Personal/well-being Day

·         A highly organised, energetic and well-equipped department where students flourish and are enthusiastic about the subject

·         ECT Induction Programme with weekly support sessions

·         Professional Thursdays

·         Opportunities for professional development and curriculum planning during the school day through a comprehensive CPD programme, Teacher Training Programmes, progression opportunities, support with becoming an examiner, ELKLAN training, Leadership Programmes

·         Cycle scheme

·         Excellent modern facilities in a well-resourced school, with access to free parking, free refreshments, a swimming pool and sports facilities

We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. If you have a desire to work with young people from a diverse range of backgrounds and a desire to be an excellent role model - making a real difference to our students’ lives, then this is the role for you. 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.