Staff Vacancies
We currently have the following vacancies: -
Inclusion Assistant (SEN Support) 3 positions
Learning Support Assistant 1 position
Telephone 01702 343823 Email ssears@st-helens.southend.sch.uk
St. Helen’s Catholic Primary School
Part of Assisi Catholic Trust
North Rd, Westcliff on Sea, Essex SS0 7AY
Tel: 01702 343823
Email: ssears@st-helens.southend.sch.uk
INCLUSION ASSISTANT (SEN SUPPORT)
3 positions
Date Required:October 2025
Salary:LGPS 3 – 6 £12.85 per hour
Closing Date: Monday 15th September midday
Interviews:Monday 22nd September Tuesday 23rd September, Wednesday 24th September
Hours:All day 8.30 – 3.25 (1 hour lunch)28.33 per week
Term time plus 5 training days - 45 weeks
NO holidays in term time.
We are seeking to appoint 3 enthusiastic and motivated Inclusion Assistants (SEN support) to join our hard-working and friendly inclusion team.
You will work as part of the inclusion team with individuals and small groups of children with SEND or SEMH challenges.
The successful candidate will be:
able to work positively within our whole school team
able to demonstrate initiative and flexibility
confident in supporting pupils to become independent learners
good at organising
approachable, patient and understanding
willing to support the Catholic ethos of the school
The successful candidate must hold at least a GSCE grade C in English and Maths, proof of this is required.
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent would be advantageous but not essential.
School visits are welcome – please contact the office.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children.
Appointment will be subject to references, medical clearance, DBS, safeguarding checks including an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE ACCEPTED ON THE CATHOLIC EDUCATION SERVICE FORM. Available on St. Helen's Website (st-helens.southend.sch.uk) or direct from the school. Please ensure you complete and return all forms.It is very important that your personal statement relates to the person specification.Email addresses for your referees help us to speed up your application. Many thanks.
St. Helen’s Catholic Primary School
Part of Assisi Catholic Trust
North Rd, Westcliff on Sea, Essex SS0 7AY
Tel: 01702 343823
Email: ssears@st-helens.southend.sch.uk
LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
Date Required: October 2025
Salary: LGPS 3 – 6£12.85 per hour
Closing Date: Monday 15th September midday
Interviews: Monday 22nd Sept, Tuesday, 23rd Sept, Wednesday 24th Sept
Hours:8.30 – 12.30 in class12.30 – 1.30 lunchtime supervision
1.30 – 2.00 lunch break2.00 – 2.40 in class28.33 per week
Term time plus 5 training days - 45 weeks
NO holidays in term time.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our hard-working and friendly team.
The successful candidates will be:
able to work positively within our whole school team
able to demonstrate initiative and flexibility
confident in supporting pupils to become independent learners
good at organising
approachable, patient and understanding
willing to support the Catholic ethos of the school
The main duty of the Learning Support Assistant within our school is to work in partnership with the Class Teacher to support pupil learning in line with the Early Years curriculum and National Curriculum, SEND code of practice and school policies and procedures.
The successful candidate must hold at least a GSCE grade C in English and Maths, proof of this is required.
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent would be advantageous but not essential.
School visits are welcome – please contact the office.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children.
Appointment will be subject to references, medical clearance, DBS, safeguarding checks including an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE ACCEPTED ON THE CATHOLIC EDUCATION SERVICE FORM. Available on St. Helen's Website (st-helens.southend.sch.uk) or direct from the school. Please ensure you complete and return all forms.It is very important that your personal statement relates to the person specification.Email addresses for your referees help us to speed up your application. Many thanks.