Learning Support Assistant

Sec Ed; Rastrick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading secondary school is seeking a passionate individual to join as a support staff member, focusing on helping teachers deliver high-quality education to students. The role is part-time during term, working 30 hours a week, and includes responsibilities like delivering support programmes and ensuring positive student behaviour. Ideal candidates will possess excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to making a difference in students' lives. The school offers professional development opportunities and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Free Gym Access

Onsite car park

Discounted Nursery access

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent literacy and numeracy competency.
• Confidence, enthusiasm, and a passion for learning.
• Ability to build strong working relationships.
• Ability to promote positive behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering lessons effectively.
• Deliver intervention programmes for students.
• Assist with curriculum delivery to small groups or classes.
• Maintain a calm and orderly environment during lunch periods.
• Support pupil behaviour and safety.

Skills

Teamwork

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Confidence

Enthusiasm

Ability to build relationships

Behaviour promotion

Job description

At Rastrick High School we pride ourselves on providing a challenging and creative education and as a result, our student outcomes are among the top comprehensive schools in Calderdale and the wider region. We are an enriching and exciting place to work; we have superb students, committed and highly skilled staff and a focus on delivering the highest possible quality classroom teaching Our staff are our most valuable asset. We are growing and developing all the time and are always looking for enthusiastic, committed people to join our team

We have a relentless focus on working to provide the best possible support and care to each and every one of our students to ensure that they reach their full potential.

You will be joining one of the top performing non-selective secondary schools in the local area, having just recorded the best results the school has ever seen. We have a strong focus on high standards and aspirations, built around the simple message that teaching is the most important thing we do.

Core purpose

• To support teachers in the delivery of skilfully adapted lessons.
• To deliver programmes of support, including interventions for identified pupils working in collaboration with leaders, teachers and other support and SEN staff.
• To support the delivery of the curriculum to small groups or whole classes of pupils to access their learning through the distribution and delivery of learning resources.
• To provide a visible, high-profile presence in the school at all times but particularly through designated school lunch periods to support:
  • the delivery of a calm and orderly environment
  • excellent standards of pupil behaviour and safety
  • pupils’ enjoyment of their social time

What we offer

• A strong support team which is focused on providing a first-class service for the academy.
• An environment that supports professional development.
• Opportunities to share and develop good practice.
• Free Gym Access (at Rastrick High School).
• Onsite car park.
• Discounted Nursery (at Smarties Nursery).

What you offer

• Ability to work with and contribute to your team.
• Excellent literacy and numeracy competency.
• Confidence, enthusiasm and a passion for learning.
• The ability to build good working relationships.
• The ability to promote positive behaviour.

The Applicant Information Pack includes a copy of the full job description and the person specification.

We are interested in individuals who are passionate about their skills and abilities and about making a difference. We have a strong focus on high standards and aspirations and welcome candidates who are professional and enjoy working as part of a team.

If that sounds like you, and you want to be challenged in a supportive environment then please apply to be part of our team.

HoursThis role is part time, term time only, including training days.

You will be working 30 hours per week - Monday to Friday.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to receipt of satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, pre-employment checks and a probation period.