Learning Support Assistant

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Brighouse; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Coast and Vale Learning Trust’s Rastrick High School is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to support teachers in delivering tailored lessons and to assist with interventions for identified pupils, helping them access learning.

You will contribute to a calm, orderly environment and work 30 hours per week during term time, with DBS checks and pre-employment checks required. The role offers opportunities to develop professionally within a supportive academy trust.

Job description

At Rastrick High School we pride ourselves on providing a challenging and creative education and as a result, our student outcomes are among the top comprehensive schools in Calderdale and the wider region. We are an enriching and exciting place to work; we have superb students, committed and highly skilled staff and a focus on delivering the highest possible quality classroom teaching. Our staff are our most valuable asset. We are growing and developing all the time and are always looking for enthusiastic, committed people to join our team. Rastrick High School is part of the Polaris Multi Academy Trust who are a successful and expanding Trust, currently comprising of 1 secondary school, 6 primary schools and 2 private day care nurseries.

We have a relentless focus on working to provide the best possible support and care to eachand every one of our students to ensure that they reach their full potential.

You will be joining one of the top performing non-selective secondary schools in the local area, having just recorded the best results the school has ever seen. We have a strong focus on high standards and aspirations, built around the simple message that teaching is the most important thing we do.

Core purpose

• To support teachers in the delivery of skilfully adapted lessons.

• To deliver programmes of support, including interventions for identified pupils working in collaboration with leaders, teachers and other support and SEN staff.

• To support the delivery of the curriculum to small groups or whole classes of pupils to access their learning through the distribution and delivery of learning resources.

• To provide a visible, high-profile presence in the school at all times but particularly through designated school lunch periods to support:

• - the delivery of a calm and orderly environment
• - excellent standards of pupil behaviour and safety
• - pupils’ enjoyment of their social time

What we offer

• A strong support team which is focused on providing a first-class service for the academy.
• An environment that supports professional development.
• Opportunities to share and develop good practice.
• Free Gym Access (at Rastrick High School).
• Onsite car park.
• Discounted Nursery (at Smarties Nursery).

What you offer

• Ability to work with and contribute to your team.
• Excellent literacy and numeracy competency.
• Confidence, enthusiasm and a passion for learning.
• The ability to build good working relationships.
• The ability to promote positive behaviour.

The Applicant Information Pack includes a copy of the full job description and the person specification.

We are interested in individuals who are passionate about their skills and abilities and about making a difference. We have a strong focus on high standards and aspirations and welcome candidates who are professional and enjoy working as part of a team.

Hours

You will be working 30 hours per week - Monday to Friday, term time only, including training days.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to receipt of satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, pre-employment checks and a probation period.