Overview
Learning Support Assistant (part-time, temporary) at Cognita Schools – The British School of Barcelona (BSB City campus). The role supports the education and social development of pupils under the direction of the Headteacher, Director of Student Support, Learning Support Lead and class teachers.
About the School
BSB is a large, popular school for children aged 3 to 18. Our curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum, with GCSEs, A levels and the International Baccalaureate Diploma, plus enrichment programmes. The school operates across multiple campuses and is located near Barcelona.
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education, with a network of schools in 21 countries and more than 100,000 students. Our purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, \"Thrive in a rapidly evolving world\".
About the Role
We are looking for a part-time, temporary, Learning Support Assistant to work at BSB City. The successful candidate will support pupils under the direction of school leadership and teachers, contributing to effective teaching and learning and increasing achievement for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities.
The appointed Learning Assistant will need a proven excellent track-record of:
* Demonstrating an understanding of how young children best learn.
* Communicating effectively and sensitively with pupils to adapt to their needs and support their learning.
* Contributing to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role.
* Knowing each individual child and supporting teachers to adapt teaching and learning to meet the specific needs of each pupil.
* Maintaining an interactive and inspiring learning environment.
* Ensuring well-being is at the heart of our provision.
* Having good interpersonal skills and able to work well as part of a team.
* Being committed to on-going professional development.
Who We Are Looking For
We require:
* English: advanced.
* Qualification in support teaching (desirable).
* Minimum 2 years of experience providing support in teaching (desirable).
Join a team of enthusiastic individuals who appreciate the rigour of the English curriculum but embrace the freedoms offered by an international setting. A commitment to the wider life of the school and our enrichment programme is an expectation of the job.
Benefits at Cognita
All positions are offered with attractive packages including:
* Very competitive salaries
* Places for children in BSB
* Local benefits
* Full induction and help with settling in Barcelona
What we can offer you:
* A fantastic team of staff who are committed, supportive and collaborative.
* An opportunity to learn new skills.
* The wider support of BSB including access to high level CPD and future career opportunities.
* The support of the Cognita network including cross-school collaborative learning.
Please click here for the full role profile.
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date: 9am Thursday 8th January 2026 (Spanish time).
Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background. Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.
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