Learning Support Assistants x 2 – 1 Permanent – 1 Maternity Leave Cover to July 2026
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School:
Boldon School -
Location:
County Durham, Darlington, Gateshead, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, Redcar & Cleveland, South Tyneside, Stockton-on-Tees, Sunderland -
Salary:
£25183 pa pro rata Actual Salary £18760 -
Hours:
32.5hpw Term time only -
Contractual Status:
Permanent -
Closing Date:
27th Jun 2025
Learning Support Assistants x 2
1 Permanent Position and 1 Maternity Leave Cover to July 2026
Please state on your application which position you are applying for
Band 4 SCP 6 £25183 pa pro rata
32.5hpw (Term time only) – Actual salary = £18760pa
Required from September
We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and hardworking Learning Support Assistant who has a passion to support young people with and without Additional Needs, to join our friendly and successful Learning Support team within Boldon School. Under the guidance and direction of the SENDCo, the role involves providing specialist support in a specific curriculum area or to a specific year group, including preparation, and maintenance of resources and support to staff and students.
The successful applicant will have experience of working with young people, ideally with experience of working with young people with Additional Needs and will have the ability to communicate with a variety of audiences in a number of different ways.
We encourage anyone interested to get in touch with the SENDCo, to discuss the role and arrange a visit. Please contact Miss Nicola Korn at nicky.korn@boldonschool.org.uk.
Please see Job Description / Person Specification for further details.
Boldon School and South Tyneside Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
Please see our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy on Boldon School website. Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy – SEPT 24.docx
In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, we may carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.
Anyone interested in this post should complete an application form outlining their skills and experience. Application forms should be returned to Mrs J Routledge at jennifer.routledge@boldonschool.org.uk.
We will acknowledge receipt of your application but if you do not hear from us within 6 weeks of the closing date you can presume that your application has been unsuccessful. Should this be the case we would like to thank you for the interest you have shown in the post and wish you every success for the future.
Closing date: Friday 27 June 2025 – 9.00am
Interview date: Week commencing Monday 30 June 2025
Supporting documents
Application FormOther Supporting Documents:
Job Description/Person Specification South Tyneside Council Privacy Notice Application FormBoldon School
At Boldon School, our key aim is to raise aspirations and embed ambition in all of our young people. Our broad and balanced curriculum allows for students to flourish, they have opportunities to engage in a range of subjects they can enjoy and excel at. Our school also offers the highest standards of pastoral care, to ensure a smooth transition to secondary school. Standards of achievement at the school are already extremely high, but we continue to provide challenge and support, working in partnership with parents and carers, to raise achievement even further and to do everything we can to enhance our students’ life chances for the future. We look forward to welcoming your child to Boldon School, ensuring they have an enjoyable and rewarding experience.
Facilities at the school are outstanding; this includes a 220-capacity theatre, hair and beauty salons, swimming pool, flood lit artificial playing surfaces and fitness suite. We have a rich and varied extra – curricular programme. We also have our own Royal Navy Cadet Unit. In addition, we have a constantly expanding group of students engaging in the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme.
Boldon has an incredibly committed team of teachers and pastoral care team who are committed to ensuring that all students are supported and encouraged to maximise their potential, regardless of ability. Students are encouraged to be independent and develop excellent attitudes to learning.
We have strong links with the community, careers providers and further education providers. This enables all students to engage with employers and providers, which effectively complements their studies at Boldon. Our careers programme aims to provide all students with the necessary information and guidance to make informed choices about their future. We are incredibly proud of our school community and welcome visitors. If you require any further information please email:
info@boldonschool.org.uk
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