Study Centre Assistant NEW

Castle School Education Trust; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Dedicated CPD and development time

Family-friendly leave

Job summary

Downend School is seeking a dedicated Study Centre Assistant to support students, especially those with low literacy, under the Literacy Lead. The role involves delivering planned learning activities, providing feedback to teachers, and promoting inclusive education within a supportive team.

You will work 30 hours per week during term time plus INSET days, with a permanent, part-time contract. A proactive, flexible approach and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• GCSE Level 5/Grade C or above in Maths and English.
• Experience supporting pupils with diverse needs.
• Ability to work independently and show initiative.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to pursue relevant qualifications and CPD.

Responsibilities

• Deliver learning activities and pre-planned lessons to individuals or small groups to raise literacy and curriculum outcomes.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on student progress and help plan support activities.
• Support inclusion and implement Individual Plans where required.
• Use ICT effectively to support learning and promote student independence.
• Assist with supervision during breaks or school activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Independent working

Proactivity

Adaptability

Education

GCSEs Maths and English (Grade C/5 or above)

Tools

ICT for learning

Job description

Job title: Study Centre AssistantSalary: PATH 5, £27,275 FTE, £19,021 prorated Hours: 30 per week, term time only + INSETContract type: Permanent

About the Role

Downend School is looking for a dedicated Study Centre Assistant to join our collaborative and dedicated team. Working under the direction of the Literacy Lead you will play a vital role in our Study Centre by supporting students, particularly those with low literacy levels, to reach their full potential. You will empower these pupils to achieve personal academic success and fully experience everything school has to offer.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver designated learning activities and pre-planned lessons to students on a 1:1 basis or in small groups to improve literacy and wider curriculum outcomes.


• Provide teaching staff with feedback on student progress, contribute to the planning of support activities and advise staff on specific strategies to help students thrive.


• Promote the acceptance and inclusion of all students, helping to implement and review Individual Plans.


• Effectively use ICT to support learning and foster student independence.


• Contribute to the overall ethos of the school, which may include helping with supervisory arrangements during breaks or out-of-school activities.

About You

We are looking for a flexible, personable and proactive individual who can act as a positive role model for our students while upholding our school values.

• A good standard of general education (GCSE Level 5/Grade C or above in Maths and English).


• Prior experience supporting pupils with individual, diverse needs.


• The ability to work independently, take initiative and adapt to changing situations.


• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong, effective relationships.


• Confidence in delivering pre-planned learning activities to small groups.


• A commitment to your own professional development and a willingness to study towards relevant qualifications.

About Us

At Downend School we provide a safe, supportive and challenging learning environment that aims to inspire and empower young people to grasp opportunity; to reach their potential and excel; to develop responsibility and integrity and to respect themselves and others.

We have a strong ethos based on our core PRIDE values of participation, respect, identity, determination and excellence. We set standards high and aim to nurture young people who are well equipped to become active and positive members of the school community and to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a time of rapid change.

We are proud of the care and support we offer our students. We strongly believe in the value of creating a friendly and caring school community where youngsters feel a sense of belonging and feel valued and respected. Happy and motivated students will flourish and become successful young people. Above all, Downend is a happy school.

We can offer you

• Happy, engaging students


• A supportive trust and school community


• Strong collaboration across the trust family of schools and access to a centralised team of specialists across all areas of school operations


• A commitment to high-quality CPD, with dedicated time and budget for your development


• A values-driven ethos where diversity, equity and inclusion are lived every day


• Recognition of continuous service (modification order) to protect employment rights and entitlements


• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions and death-in-service cover


• Occupational sick pay to support you during illness or unexpected emergencies


• Family-friendly leave packages to help maintain a healthy work-life balance

Pathway Trust is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for our pupils.