Learning Support Officer - St Mary's Catholic Primary (Temporary)

Learning Support Officer - St Mary's Catholic Primary (Temporary)
Job description
20 hours per week

Term Time

Temporary up to 31 August 2026.

To commence as soon as possible.

The Governors of St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a talented, enthusiastic, caring and conscientious Learning Support Officer to work in a highly motivated, friendly teaching team. 

The role will involve working closely with teachers, in a spirit of excellent teamwork, to provide high quality support for groups of learners and for individuals within a strong Catholic ethos.

The successful candidate will initially provide essential support within the school’s Early Years’ Atelier.  Therefore, a high level of knowledge and skills in relation to Early Years teaching and learning would be a significant advantage.

You will be qualified to at least NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and have good experience of working with children in a school environment.

Prospective candidates are welcome to contact the school to arrange a visit.

If you wish to discuss this post, please contact Mrs Azzopardi, Headteacher, on 01656 815560.

Please Note:  A CES Support Staff Application Form will need to be completed to apply for the position. This can be downloaded from here: www.catholiceducation.org.uk/resources/model-application-forms  

Completed forms should be returned directly to the school by the date above; via e-mail to admin@stmaryscps.bridgend.cymru or by post to:

Mrs Azzopardi

St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School,

Llangewydd Road,

Bridgend

CF31 4JW   

Closing Date: 12 January 2026

Shortlisting Date: 14 January 2026

Interview Date: 26 January 2026

Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council

Job Description & Person Specification

St Mary's Catholic Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.