Academic Support Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational organization in York is seeking an Academic Support Assistant to help students, particularly those with special educational needs, achieve their potential. Responsibilities include providing academic and pastoral support, delivering tailored interventions, and collaborating with teaching staff. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, patience, and a passion for supporting learners. This is a full-time role, offering ongoing training and a welcoming school community.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive community

Qualifications

• A passion for supporting students of all abilities, particularly those with SEN.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and pastoral support to pupils in an inclusive environment.
• Deliver targeted interventions for literacy, numeracy, and study skills.
• Support pupils with varied needs, adapting approaches accordingly.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Patience and empathy

Experience with children or young people

Job description

Academic Support Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract: Full-time / Term-time only
Start Date: As soon as possible

GSL Education is seeking a caring and motivated Academic Support Assistant to join an Ofsted graded ‘Good’ School in York. This rewarding role focuses on helping students across the curriculum to achieve their potential, with particular emphasis on supporting learners with special educational needs (SEN).

As an Academic Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide academic and pastoral support to pupils, ensuring they are engaged and able to access learning in a positive and inclusive environment.
• Deliver targeted interventions in literacy, numeracy, and study skills, tailored to both whole-class needs and individual SEN support plans.
• Work 1:1 and with small groups of pupils with a variety of needs, including ASC, ADHD, SLCN, and SEMH, adapting approaches to suit different learning styles.
• Assist in the use of strategies such as Read Write Inc., Makaton, and sensory or play-based activities to support communication and learning.
• Support pupils during times of dysregulation or challenge, helping them develop resilience, independence, and confidence.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, the SENCO, and parents to track progress and contribute to personalised learning plans.

As the successful Academic Support Assistant, you will have:

• A passion for supporting students of all abilities, particularly those with SEN.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Experience working with children or young people is desirable, especially within SEN settings, but training will be provided.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Working through GSL Education will offer you:

• A welcoming, supportive school community rooted in Christian values.
• Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to the learning and wellbeing of young people.

How to Apply:
To apply for the role as an Academic Support Assistant, please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit an up-to-date CV via the application link.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.