Learning Support AssistantCouncil

Location: Wetherby, West Yorkshire

Required as soon as possible

St John’s Catholic Specialist School is a school for young people up to 19 years with special educational needs. Our mission is to support our students to gain the knowledge and skills they will need to thrive in adult life.

We are looking for caring individuals to join a team of experienced and supportive colleagues working with St John’s students at school or college. Every day is different and staff work with pupils with a range of different needs which include sensory impairments, communication and learning challenges or autism. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing the very best life chances for our students.

The role includes:

• Supporting learning in lessons or intervention groups
• Enhancing pupils’ communication skills
• Promoting pupils’ self-esteem, independence and participation within the school, colleges and local community

Our ideal candidate will be someone who is compassionate but purposeful, focussing on maximising pupils’ progress; someone who works well in a team and is open to developing new skills. We are looking for people who want to make a positive difference every day and are committed to helping all our young people feel respected and valued.

In return we can offer:

• Comprehensive training
• Coaching from knowledgeable and experienced colleagues
• A school which actively promotes the well-being of staff
• A school culture that encourages everyone to achieve their best

If you would like to know more about St John’s, we would be happy to arrange a visit. To download an application pack www.stjohns.org.uk and for further details and an application pack contact Mrs Karen Holt at [email protected] or telephone 01937 842144.

St John’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service and references regarding your suitability to work with children. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

Key Documents

Job Description.docx

Key Dates

Closing Date: Tuesday 17 November 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Venue for Interview: St John’s Catholic Specialist School, Church Street, Boston Spa, Wetherby, LS23 6DF

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

Position type: 30.17 hours per week, Term Time Only