Learning Support Unit lead at Ninestiles, An Academy

Ninestiles An Academy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ninestiles An Academy invites applications for a role within the Inclusion Team. You will work under the guidance of senior leaders to support Year 11 GCSE outcomes and assist pupils with EHCPs, fostering an inclusive environment and strong partnerships with parents and staff.

The successful candidate will be IT literate, able to build rapport, and thrive under professional pressure while contributing to a fast-paced, high-quality provision.

Qualifications

• Must have a relevant qualification for supporting young people in education (HLTA qualification, NVQ, teaching degree or equivalent).
• Ability to interact well with learners and teachers in a culture built on mutual trust and respect.

Responsibilities

• Undertake 1:1 and small group interventions to raise achievement and progress.
• Gatekeep the provision and be a calm but commanding presence in the academy.
• Direct colleagues and operate with lone and independent working.

Skills

IT literacy

rapport building

communication

Education

HLTA qualification

NVQ

teaching degree or equivalent

Job description

About this Role

Summit Learning Trust Mission Statement

• Successthrough Endeavour
• Ambitionthrough Challenge
• Strengththrough Diversity

Followingthe promotion of the current post-holder, Ninestiles, an Academy is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join our award-winning InclusionTeam To work under the guidance of theAssistant Principal, Senior Leadership Team and in collaboration with teachingcolleagues to raise achievement and progress academically and socially forlearners within our Learning Support Unit.You will be a key part in furtherdeveloping the quality of professional thought that Ninestiles is recognisedfor in the wider education system. You will have the opportunity to undertakeadditional qualficiations at Level 5 or above as part of our commitment toprofessional development for all our colleagues.

Thisprovision supports learners with their mental and physical health and wellbeingneeds; provides a 'quiet space' for learners with EHCPs; and provides learners with Emotional Based SchoolAvoidance the means to be reintegrated into our academy in a low arousal way.It is an integral part of our Enhanced Provision offer in line with recentgovernment guidance. It is not a behaviour unit, or an isolation room. You will be a calm but commanding presence inthe academy able to gatekeep the provision; build rapport and developrelationships with stakeholders; and undertake 1:1 and small groupinterventions. You will also be able to direct colleagues and be used to loneand independent working. You will thrive under friendly professional pressure.

Werequire all of our team to demonstrate the academic ability to support our Year11s to gain strong GCSEs and make complex texts accessible to Year 7s - some ofwhom are working at KS1 levels; we expect true partnerships with parents andthe confidence to facilitate these independently; you need to be able to workat pace in a fast-paced environment producing consistently high quality work.Your pastoral work will be excellent and you will be confident being the firstpoint of contact for parents in need of support. Optimism and consistency willbe your core performance virtues. You will be both IT literate and ITconfident. You will be assured in challenging colleagues to undertake theirbest endeavours for all learners, recognising excellence and challenging whenstandards of excellence are yet to be met.

Youmust have a relevant qualification for supporting young people in education (ieHLTA qualification, NVQ, teaching degree or equivalent).

Youmust also be able to show your ability to interact well with learners andteachers alike in a culture built on the values of mutual trust and respect. Weare seeking an individual who can positively contribute to the team and who iscommitted to supporting, inspiring, and engaging our learners to achieve thebest possible outcomes.

At interview we will explore your ability todevelop rapport with learners, and we will explore your personal engagementwith reading, especially at a level reflective of the needs of GCSE study.

About our Academy

Ninestiles,an Academy, is proud to be recognised as the TES Inclusive School ofthe Year 2025, celebrating our commitment to creating a welcoming, diverse,and high-achieving environment for all learners.

Followingour most recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024, we were praised for takingeffective action to maintain the high standards previously identified,reaffirming our status as a 'Good' school. Inspectors highlighted that ourlearners thrive both socially and academically, showing genuine respect forothers' differences-a reflection of our inclusive ethos and high aspirations.

Ourpastoral care is a cornerstone of our success, with highly effective supportsystems and a staff team that holds consistently high expectations for everylearner. At Ninestiles, we focus on securing strong academic outcomes and onpreparing learners to become active, responsible citizens.

Ourcurriculum is thoughtfully designed by our collaborative leadership team andcolleagues across Summit Learning Trust to offer breadth and balance. Learnersbenefit from a wide range of subjects at Key Stage 3, laying the foundation forinformed choices at Key Stage 4, where options are tailored to their interestsand abilities.

Beyondthe classroom, our vibrant enrichment programme is a real strength of theschool. With over 70 clubs and activities-including sport, music, art, drama,and debating-students are encouraged to explore their passions and develop newskills.

Join us at Ninestiles and be part of a school where inclusion, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand

Why Join Summit Learning Trust?

• A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment
• Commitment to your professional development with high quality CPD opportunities and career progression.
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits.
• The chance to make a meaning impact on the lives of young people

Interviews to be held shortly after the closing date

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Summit Learning Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children's Barred List check., and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view here.