Achievement Support Assistant

St Vincent's Voluntary Catholic Academy; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Use of Trust fitness gym (based at St

discounted local authority leisure and

employee assistance and counselling

Health Care scheme

free onsite parking

professional development

Pension Scheme with employee

cycle to work scheme

Job summary

St Vincent's Voluntary Catholic Academy is seeking a caring Level 2 Achievement Support Assistant to work across the primary school, including EYFS and SEND Hub when required. You will support pupils in various year groups, collaborating with teachers to deliver high-quality learning experiences tailored to individual needs.

The role runs 32.5 hours per week, term time only plus two training days, with a strong emphasis on safeguarding, inclusion and professional development within a warm school

Qualifications

• The Level 2 Early Years qualification must be present as listed on EYQL.
• Ability to work across primary year groups including EYFS and SEND Hub.
• Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across year groups under the direction of the teacher.
• Assist in providing high-quality, tailored learning activities.
• Collaborate with staff to promote inclusive education and safeguarding.

Skills

Relationship building

Kind and caring

Energetic and enthusiastic

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organised

Flexible

Creative

Inclusion focus

Initiative

Professional development

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Job description

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and adaptable Level 2 Achievement support Assistant to join our dedicated team. This role will involve working across the primary school, supporting pupils in a range of year groups, with opportunities to work within EYFS and, where required, within our SEND Hub.

This post is for 32.5 hours per week, term time only plus two training days.

Please note for this role applicants are required to have the Level 2 Early Years qualification as listed on the approved DfE’s Early Years Qualification List (EYQL).

The successful candidate will be committed to helping children thrive academically, socially and emotionally, and will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide high-quality learning experiences tailored to individual needs. A positive attitude, flexibility and a passion for inclusive education are essential.

We are proud of our wonderfully diverse school community and our warm, welcoming ethos, where every child and member of staff is valued and supported.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference within a supportive and nurturing school environment.

We are looking to appoint someone who:

• can establish productive working relationships with children, acting as a role model and setting high expectations;
• is kind, caring, energetic and enthusiastic;
• encourages pupils to interact with others and engage all children in learning activities led by the teacher;
• has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and enjoys working within a supportive team;
• is well organised, flexible and creative;
• is willing to participate fully in ensuring inclusion of all children.
• uses their initiative to ensure the best possible support for pupils and families
• is keen to continue to develop professionally

What we offer:

• a school committed to developing each child as an individual to their full potential;
• happy children who are eager to learn;
• a commitment to quality professional development for all;
• the opportunity to join a forward-thinking, supportive and caring team.

Benefits for you include:

• cycle to work scheme
• use of Trust fitness gym (based at St Mary’s College)
• discounted local authority leisure and sports facilities
• employee assistance and counselling service, wellbeing support and advice
• option to join payable Health Care scheme
• free onsite parking
• a wide range of learning and continuous professional development
• access to Pension Scheme with employee contributions

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We have a robust child protection policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.