LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT – SPECIALIST SUPPORT BASE

The Northumberland Church of England Academy; Ashington; On-site; GBP 25,583 - 25,989; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental health support

The Nest childcare provision

CPD opportunities

Gym membership discounts

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

The Northumberland Church of England Academy invites applications for a Learning Support Assistant in its Duke’s Secondary School. You will join a newly established Specialist Support Base to support students with EHCPs related to SEMH needs, helping them access learning and grow academically and personally.

You will work alongside the SSB Teacher and HLTA, fostering a nurturing environment and contributing to pupil wellbeing, engagement and progress.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with EHCPs and SEMH needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and staff.
• Patience, adaptability and a proactive team player.

Responsibilities

• Support students in accessing learning activities and achieving individual goals.
• Deliver planned interventions and provide feedback on progress.
• Help create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Work with teachers and staff to support learning, behaviour and pastoral needs.
• Promote independence and positive relationships inside and outside the classroom.

Skills

Teamwork

Patience

Support EHCPs

Education

Experience in education support

Job description

Salary: Band 3 £25,583 – £25,989 pro rata (actual £19,389 – £19,696)
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 additional days
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 9am Monday 13th July

Duke’s Secondary School is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and motivated Learning Support Assistant to join our newly established Specialist Support Base (SSB).

Working alongside the SSB Teacher and HLTA, you will support students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) relating to Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will help create a nurturing learning environment where students feel supported, encouraged and able to develop both academically and personally.

The successful candidate will be patient, adaptable and an excellent team player, with the ability to build positive relationships and encourage students to become confident, independent learners. This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people every day.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone seeking a rewarding role within an exciting new specialist provision. In return, we offer the opportunity to be part of a welcoming and supportive team committed to helping every student achieve success. If you feel you would be a great addition to Duke’s Secondary School, we would love to hear from you.

Main Roles and Responsibilities

• Support students in accessing learning activities and achieving their individual learning goals.


• Deliver planned interventions and provide feedback on student progress.


• Help create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment that supports students’ emotional wellbeing.


• Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to support learning, behaviour and pastoral needs.


• Promote independence, confidence and positive relationships while supporting students both inside and outside the classroom.


• An excellent pension scheme with a generous employer contribution from the Trust.


• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential wellbeing and support services.


• Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support for all staff through Dittolo.


• Access to The Nest, our childcare provision in Ashington and Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, offering both paid and free 30-hour places for eligible families.


• CPD opportunities with support from across the Trust.


• Gym membership discounts, with reduced rates at Sculpt Ashington and Places Leisure.


• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, giving Trust staff exclusive discounts at major retailers including Apple, JD Sports and TUI.

Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

NCEA Trust, Wansbeck Workspace,Rotary Parkway, Ashington, NE63 8QZ

01670 331935

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