Learning Support Assistant

City of Peterborough Academy; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Wellbeing resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aider training

CPD and Apprenticeships

Public sector pension

Eye tests

Job summary

City of Peterborough Academy is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly team. You will work with class teachers across a range of activities to support pupils and help them access the curriculum.

You will promote development, self-esteem and social inclusion, providing individual or small-group support to enable learning and achievement. The role includes day-to-day classroom responsibilities and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work with the class teachers across a range of activities to promote development and raise the learning and attainment of our pupils
• Promote pupils' development, learning, self esteem and social inclusion
• Give support to pupils, individually or in groups so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement

Job description

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team here at City of Peterborough Academy.

Hours of Work - Monday to Thursday 8am to 4pm, Friday 8am to 3.30pm

In this key role you will:

• Work with the class teachers across a range of activities to promote development and raise the learning and attainment of our pupils
• Promote pupils' development, learning, self esteem and social inclusion
• Give support to pupils, individually or in groups so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement

Full Job description is provided.

Why join us?

City of Peterborough Academy is a diverse and inclusive school dedicated to supporting every student’s journey. You’ll be part of a supportive team within a thriving academy trust, with opportunities for training and professional development.

If you're passionate about supporting young people in their learning journey and ready to be a valued part of our supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!

In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people:

Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. Here's a selection of what's on offer to our people in recognition of the huge difference they make to our children, their families and the communities we serve.

• A comprehensive package of benefits via our benefits marketplace
• A free digital wellbeing companion for all colleagues
• A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it
• Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy
• Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review
• Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
• Eye tests & Spectacles Discount
• Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
• Dedicated ECT support programme
• Access to savings in childcare costs
• Generous annual leave allocation
• Automatic pay progression
• Free parking on all sites
• Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff
• Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.