Job Description

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic Senior Learning Assistant to support pupils at Cowley International College. The successful candidates will need strong communication skills along with patience, resilience, strength of character and a friendly determination to deal with some of our most vulnerable pupils and their families.




What we offer our staff




Our staff are our most important asset and their well-being is of utmost importance to us. All our staff, at every stage of their careers, have access to expert support and training. We offer:


Flexible working opportunities Supportive Leadership Team Access to formal qualifications for career progression, e.g. apprenticeships Local government pension scheme and recognised continuous service Free flu vaccine Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers Staff 'Golden Ticket' leave of absence scheme Staff get together at the end of term 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering advice to you and your family around legal, financial, health as well as free counselling Cycle to Work scheme



About Cowley International College


Cowley is a high school and Sixth Form College with approximately 1500 students, of which 250 are in the Sixth Form. Cowley is steeped in history and is one of the oldest schools in St Helens, if not the oldest having been founded in 1716.


Cowley was graded as 'Good' by Ofsted in November 2021.


The report states, 'Pupils, including students in the sixth form, said that Cowley international College is a special place to learn' and 'Pupils described their school as a welcoming and friendly community where 'people smile at one another'.


There is always something happening here in our college, whether that be dance shows, sporting events, clubs or special guest talks. When we say to our new students that 'there is something for everyone' in terms of extra-curricular, we really mean it! Whether students' interest be performing arts, chess, reading, science or sport, we will likely have a club for them to join.




So, If you would like to join the Cowley family and you feel you have the passion, drive and aspiration to ensure that all learners achieve their potential, please go to the job vacancies section of St Helens Council website https://sthjobs.azurewebsites.net/ and apply online.




Cowley is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment procedures follow Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.


Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):


Childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Medical Online and social media Right to work Satisfactory references Suitability to work with children



You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.




To Apply


If you believe you have the necessary experience, knowledge and skills to fulfil this role, please go to the job vacancies section of St Helens Council website (www.sthelens.gov.uk) and apply on line.




Cowley is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.




This post is subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Section Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate.




Contract: 37 hours per week, term time only plus 5 inset days.


Closing date: 12 noon, 11 September 2025


Start date: ASAP
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