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Teaching Vacancies; Rochester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Wellbeing support

Referral scheme

TSAT Benefits Portal

Job summary

Maritime Academy is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to work closely with students, supporting progress and well-being across our academy. You will work under the SENCO, supporting individuals and groups, monitoring progress and promoting high standards of behaviour with patience and compassion.

This fixed-term role offers an opportunity to develop experience with SEND pupils in a supportive environment and contribute to our students’ success this September.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learning in the classroom (primary or secondary).
• Assist in promoting high standards of behaviour and conduct.
• Be a team player with great communication and organisational skills.
• Support colleagues in learning, personal development and emotional literacy.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Work as directed by the SENCO with individual students and groups.
• Support monitoring of progress for individuals.
• Contribute to a rewarding environment supporting student success.

Skills

Classroom support

Communication

Organisational skills

Team player

Emotional literacy

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Do you enjoy working closely with young people, supporting their progress and celebrating their success?

Maritime Academy are expanding their team of Learning Support Assistants at our growing academy as we welcome our next cohort of students this September. The successful candidates will work as directed by the SENCO with individual students and groups of students, supporting with the monitoring of progress for individuals. Due to the nature of the role a patient, caring and compassionate approach is needed.

This post is suitable if you are looking to build your experience working with SEND pupils.

Our Learning Support Assistant will:

• Have experience supporting learning in the classroom (primary or secondary).
• Assist in the promotion of high standards of behaviour and conduct.
• Be a team player with great communication and organisational skills.
• Support colleagues as directed in all aspects of learning, personal development and emotional literacy.

Our Learning Support Assistant will also have the ability to work calmly under pressure and to adapt quickly and effectively to changing circumstances.

We would love to hear from you if you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a supportive environment and contribute to the success of our students.

This role is initially offered on a Fixed Term basis.

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.

Employee Recognition:Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.

TSAT Benefits Portal:A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.

Blue Light Card:Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

Commitment to safeguarding

Maritime Academy is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students in the academy. We recognise that there is no higher priority than student’s safety and well-being. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We have in place a range of policies and procedures to support our safeguarding commitment. All concerns are passed through the members of staff who are trained as ‘Designated Safeguarding Leads/ Deputies in school in compliance with the ‘sharing of information’ guidance.