Sixth Form Academic Support Assistant

Fakenham Academy; Fakenham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Fakenham Academy is seeking a Sixth Form Academic Support Assistant to help students across the Sixth Form access A level and BTEC Level 3 learning in the classroom and to support them academically during study periods. The role requires a compassionate approach and a commitment to every child’s success.

You will work with teachers and pastoral staff to deliver tailored support, promote independence and confidence, and uphold professional standards for Teaching Assistants.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with young people or in an educational environment is desirable.
• Commitment to the success of every child and a compassionate approach are valued.

Responsibilities

• Help Sixth Form students access A level and BTEC Level 3 learning in the classroom.
• Provide tailored academic support during study periods and promote independence and confidence.
• Work with teachers and pastoral staff to ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with students

Job description

Part of theSapientiaEducation Trust

• Salary: SCP 5 – 6 £20,814 - £21,521 actual pa, £25,583- £25,989 FTE
• Fixed Term to 31/08/2027
• Part Time
• 35 hours per week
• Term Time plus 1 week
• Required ASAP

Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and reach their full potential?

We’re looking for a committed and compassionateSixth Form AcademicSupport Assistant to joinour support staffteam at Fakenham Academyas soon as possible.

Previousexperience of working with young people, or in an educational environment, is desirable. Consideration will be given to applicants who are considering a career in education and wish to gain experience. This is a fantastic opportunity for applicants with patience, understanding and a commitment to the success of every child to join our school community.

Why Fakenham Academy?

Fakenham Academy is a local school withhigh ambitionsand a key drive for continuous improvement. We believe that education is the key to transforming life chances, and that by creating an outstanding learning environment where all students are happy and taughtwell,we will enhance their prospects to become productive, successful citizens of the future. Our core standards includehigh expectationsof everyone in our learning community; good discipline consistently applied; reliablygood qualityteaching; a commitment from parents to work in partnership with the academy and respectful, positive relationships between everyone in our learning community. For us it is about educating the whole child through a diverse and broad curriculum and making sure they are prepared to enter today’s modern world, as well rounded capable youngmenand women. Our latest Ofsted inspection recognised thehigh-levelstandard we work hard to deliver resulting in being rated a “good” school in all aspects of the inspection.

About the Role

As aSixth Form Academic Support Assistant, you will work withspecificstudents acrossFakenham SixthFormwho have a range of special educational needs and disabilitiesand are classed as having high needs. You will help thestudentsaccessA level and BTEC Level 3learning in the classroomandsupport them academicallyduringstudy periods, provide tailored support, and promote independence and confidence.

You will be expected to follow theProfessional Standards for Teaching Assistants, which include:

• Upholding personal and professional conduct.
• Developing strong knowledge and understanding of your role.
• Supporting high-quality teaching and learning.
• Working effectively with others across the school community.

You’llbe part of a team committed to high-qualitysupport andwill work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to ensure all students feel safe,includedand ready to succeed.

Working hours are 8.30 – 16:00 Monday-Friday

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.