Are you committed to helping young people reach their full academic potential? Progress Teachers are supporting a thriving and supportive secondary school in Nottingham to appoint a dedicated Academic Support Assistant to work closely with students and staff to raise achievement and ensure every learner can succeed. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about education and eager to make a real difference in the day-to-day experiences of young people! Key Responsibilities: Classroom Support: Assist in lessons by working with individuals and small groups to ensure students understand tasks and remain engaged. Academic Intervention: Support the delivery of intervention programmes for students needing additional help with English, maths, or other core subjects. Progress Monitoring: Help track students’ academic progress and provide feedback to teachers and senior staff. Learning Resource Preparation: Assist in preparing and organising learning materials and classroom resources. One-to-One Mentoring: Provide focused academic support to students with additional needs or those at risk of falling behind. Collaboration: Work with subject teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to identify barriers to learning and implement strategies to overcome them. Promoting Independence: Encourage students to take responsibility for their learning and develop effective study habits. Qualifications & Requirements: Experience working with secondary-age students, ideally within an educational setting GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent) Level 3 / 4 in Supporting Teaching & Learning or equivalent (highly advantageous) Confident ability to support learning across a range of subjects and ability levels Excellent communication and organisational skills Being proactive, flexible, and committed to promoting student success Understand the importance of safeguarding and inclusion in a school environment