Learning Assistant

Hessle High School and Penshurst Primary School; Hessle; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TPS/LGPS pension

Annual leave entitlement

Free onsite parking

Induction programme

Job summary

The Consortium Academy Trust is seeking a Learning Assistant to provide inclusive education support across our High School, helping learners reach their full potential both academically and emotionally. The role emphasizes bespoke student support, accurate record keeping, and a strong commitment to CPD, literacy and IT skills.

3 full-time positions are available, with a supportive induction and safeguarding focus.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• High standard of literacy and basic IT skills.
• Commitment to CPD and professional development.
• Experience in education and SEND knowledge is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide bespoke support to help each learner reach full potential.
• Work as part of a committed team to support students.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Literacy

IT skills

CPD commitment

Tools

School software

Job description

The Consortium Academy Trust is seeking to appoint a Learning Assistant. We are ambitious about the future, creating learning environments and excellence in teaching that provide our children and young people with the best chance at a successful future. Coupled with this is the commitment, care and investment in our people, who we believe are our greatest asset. If you are a team player who is looking for a varied and interesting career opportunity within education, then we want to hear from you!

About the Role

We are looking for a suitable individual with a passion for providing a fully inclusive education to all learners within our High school. The successful candidate will be dynamic, and solution focused who can work effectively as part of a very committed team.

They will be driven to providing bespoke support in order to offer each and every child the opportunity to reach their full potential, both academically and emotionally.

There are 3 full-time roles available. Previous applicants need not apply.

We reserve the right to close the application window early if the maximum number of applications are received.

About You

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are an absolute necessity. The ability to listen to and converse with children, parents/carers, school staff and external agencies is the key skill required in order to devise and subsequently deliver the appropriate support.

Attention to detail is required, as accurate record keeping and must be undertaken. This should be supported by a high standard of literacy and basic IT skills, although full training in school software will be provided. Knowledge and experience of working in education in the field of SEND would be beneficial.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a passion for developing themselves through a commitment to CPD.

What WE can Offer YOU

In return for your skills and experience, we provide a supportive and friendly environment to develop and thrive. We offer all staff access to an excellent pension (TPS/LGPS); a generous annual leave entitlement with additional shutdown days over the Christmas period; staff development opportunities; free onsite car parking; and a supportive induction programme.

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role. We want to make sure no one is put at a disadvantage during our recruitment process because of a disability, condition or impairment. To assist you with this, we will reduce or remove any barriers where possible and provide additional support where appropriate.

The Consortium Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An appointment will be made subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS disclosure, in line with the usual terms and conditions of employment at The Consortium Academy Trust.