Central Bank Learning Support Assistant

Percy Hedley Foundation; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory Pension Scheme

Induction and ongoing training

Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards scheme

Job summary

The Percy Hedley Foundation is a leading charity supporting people with learning and physical needs. We run Hedley’s College and two schools in Jesmond and Killingworth, plus a further education college in Forest Hall.

The Bank Learning Support Assistant role offers flexible, zero‑hour work. Shifts are Monday to Friday 8.30am–5pm, with available evening and weekend slots. You’ll join a skilled teaching support team and have opportunities for personal development.

Qualifications

• The role requires flexible, team‑oriented support work.
• Ability to adapt to evolving situations in education settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible support on a zero‑hour contract.
• Be part of a strong teaching support team in our schools and college.

Job description

The Percy Hedley Foundation is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. We take a person centred, flexible approach to the care and support we provide.

We work towards excellence every day and our team members are committed to delivering the very best outcomes for the people we support. Our dynamic and flexible service is tailored to the specific needs of the individual, making it easier to live, learn and be part of a world adapting to change.

Hedley’s Collegeis a high-quality specialist further education and training provider. We provide education and training for young people aged 16-25 with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities who require specialist individual programmes to develop their communication, independence, and employability skills.

Northern Counties School and Percy Hedley School set out to make a difference to the learning, wellbeing and future life chances of children and young people with significant additional needs. Teachers, Therapists and Learning Support Assistants work together in trans-disciplinary teams to meet the individual needs of every pupil. Together, and through detailed analysis of their presentation, we believe we can unlock each child’s potential and support achievement for all.

The Role

Please note we do not offer sponsorship, applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We are on the lookout for people who are passionate about providing excellent care and support, who love a challenge and like to have fun at work! We have two schools, in Jesmond and Killingworth, and a further education College in Forest Hall. The role of the Bank Learning Support Assistant will be to provide flexible support on a zero-hour contract.

You will be joining a strong and highly skilled teaching support team and a forward thinking, innovative school or college, which will provide further opportunities for your personal development and growth. It is important to be a real team player. Flexibility with an ability to adapt and respond to evolving situations is an important skill for our bank team.

The position is a zero-hour contract, but shifts will involve working between Mondays to Fridays 8.30am – 5pm. You will be offered available shifts in our education settings and, if desired, our adult services, which offer evening and weekend shifts. You will be able to book offered shifts that meet your availability.

Why Work for Us

We offer the following benefits to staff:

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Induction and ongoing training
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a rewards scheme designed to save money on shopping

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS and barring checks as well as other employment clearances such as referencing in line with our regulator’s legislation requirements.

Please note that this role is classed as regulated activity as it involves working directly with children and/or vulnerable adults. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-declaration form prior to interview, and all candidates will be subject to an online check prior to interview. The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013, 2020 & 2023) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are not subject to disclosure toemployers, andcannot betaken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

Please note it is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and the Percy Hedley Foundation has the right to respond appropriately.

Please access the following link for our vulnerable adults protection policy:

This recruitment is ongoing therefore the vacancy will close when a suitable number of applicants have been appointed.