Job Introduction
Bishop Challoner is a very popular, oversubscribed and successful school serving the Community of Basingstoke and the surrounding area. We seek to serve families who wish to educate their children in a faith school.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and energetic Learning Support Assistant trained in ELSA or TALA to join our dedicated team;
What we offer:
- A department that is made up of talented individuals who are dedicated to supporting our students achieve the very best they can.
- The opportunity to be part of a team that delivers passionate, enthusiastic and innovative interventions.
- the opportunity to be part of a wider school community who are from all walks of life, religion or no religion, but who are all friendly, collaborative, and supportive
- A fully supported professional development and career progression plan.
- Students that have a positive attitude and who are keen to learn and succeed.
- The chance to work at an amazing school, but don’t just take our word for it read what Ofsted and the Section 48 Inspectors had to say:
https://www.bcs.hants.sch.uk/ethos-and-values-3/ofsted/
What you offer:
- The ability to deliver literacy & numeracy intervention at KS3 & KS4
- The knowledge to work both on a 1:1 basis and as a lead for small groups as a part of the schools use of Pupil Premium to achieve measurable gains
- An understanding of a range of learning difficulties and how to develop effective strategies to support students overcome these barriers to learning
- An attention to detail for record keeping and using databases as a part of school pupil monitoring processes
- GCSE Grade C or above in English & Mathematics or HTLA
- Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date. Closing Date: Midday 23 January 2026
- We believe Bishop Challoner Catholic Secondary School is a fantastic place to work, read what some of our team have to say www.bcs.hants.sch.uk/page/?title=What it's really like to work here
https://www.bcs.hants.sch.uk/what-its-really-like-to-work-here/
If you have the drive and commitment to be part of the forward thinking team we would love to hear from you.
Application Procedure
Please note that we do not accept applications on Hampshire County Council forms as we are a Catholic school. All applications must be submitted on forms from the Catholic Education Service that are available on http://www.bcs.hants.sch.uk/vacanciesnav/ or by request from school. This application form is very straightforward to complete.
If you require any further information or would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Beverley O’Shea via e-mail Recruitment@bcs.hants.sch.uk
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.