Monk’s Walk is a high performing, oversubscribed school seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join our expanding SEN department from September 2026.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, confident and supportive person who has an empathy with students and is sympathetic to the needs of a school. You will be required to work with teaching staff to support a range of students in their learning up to and including ‘A’ Level. Experience in a similar role would be an advantage, however, there is a comprehensive training programme in place for this post.

The position is for 31.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm, term time only (38 weeks per year). Job share may be considered for the right candidate(s), please indicate your preferred days/hours in your application if applicable.

We prioritise the wellbeing of our staff and are committed to supporting colleagues through a range of flexible working options that help balance work and life in a way that suits individual needs. Our comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme offers a 24‑hour confidential helpline, and we provide dedicated wellbeing INSET days featuring activities such as yoga and mindfulness. Staff can also engage with our wellbeing focus group, and we offer a free annual winter flu vaccination clinic as part of our ongoing commitment to a healthy workplace.

If you would like an informal conversation about the post or would like to visit the school in advance of applying, please contact Sian Boatwright, SENCo.  Sian’s e-mail address is sboatwright@monkswalk.herts.sch.uk

Applications should be submitted via the My New Term website by noon on Friday 8 May 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible

 It would be great to hear from you.

Monk’s Walk School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will need to obtain references and conduct online searches in advance of interview for any candidate short-listed. All job offers are subject to satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance. Please note it is an offence to apply for a role where the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.