Learning Support Assistant

30 hours per week (term time + 5 days)

This position is for a May 2026 start 

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Millfield Avenue, East Cowes, PO32 6AS

Tel: 01983 292885

Website: http://www.holycrossrcpri.iow.sch.uk

Headteacher: Mrs L Banks

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistantto join our friendly and welcoming school.

Are you a highly motivated team player? Committed to promoting high standards of attainment and behaviour for all children?

We are the school for you! 

The successful candidate will complement the teachers' delivery of education within the school, working collaboratively with teaching staff, managing/preparing resources, and offering 1:1, small group, and whole class support. They will provide support for all in order to raise standards of achievement for all pupils, including SEN and all underachieving groups.

Experience in both Key Stage 1, including Phonics, and Key Stage 2 is desirable.

We can offer the successful candidate friendly and happy children who are keen to learn and like to be challenged, a programme of CPD, and a young, welcoming and supportive team who are dedicated to securing good outcomes for all our pupils and offer the opportunity to make a positive impact on the children’s’ wellbeing and life chances. 

Please visit our school website to download an application pack https://holycrossrcpri.iow.sch.uk

Completed applications should be returned to the school

Closing date: Thursday 2^nd April 2026

Interviews: Friday 17^th April 2026

This position is for a May 2026 start

Visits to the school are welcomed and we would relish the opportunity to show you around our beautiful environment. Please contact the school office on 01983 292885 to arrange a visit.

Holy Cross is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will require to undergo an enhanced DBS check. References will be taken prior to interview. 

PLEASE NOTE: Not all school staff are employed directly by the Isle of Wight Council, you can ask on application who the employer for this role will be.

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We actively promote the diversity of our workforce, and we provide flexible working options (where appropriate) to support the different needs of our employees.

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