Overview
The Trust is seeking to appoint a self-motivated and committed Education Support Assistant to join the Bluecoat Beechdale Academy. The role would be ideal for anyone considering a role within education and who would like to gain more experience. It would be an ideal platform to apply for Teaching Assistant or Year Leader roles or to consider Teacher Training in the future.
Responsibilities
* Be flexible with daily tasks which will be varied and could change with little notice.
* On some days, be deployed as a Cover Supervisor, covering both planned and unforeseen absences of teaching and educational support staff.
* Support the Pastoral Team by running the Independent Learning Unit for students whose behaviour falls short of high expectations, including elements of Behaviour Mentoring and implementing interventions.
* Spend part of the day in the Library supervising lunch or homework clubs for our most vulnerable students.
* Support the school\'s enrichment provision, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award; an interest in outdoor education is valued but not essential.
What we offer
* Archway benefits to include shopping discounts and competitions
* A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice
* Access to a generous pension scheme
* Access to discounted travel schemes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Comprehensive training and support
* Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
* Eye care voucher scheme
* Free flu vaccine
* Access to e-learning and development
Safeguarding and equality
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references, online searches and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.
How to apply
For more information about Archway Learning Trust and the vacancy, please visit www.archwaytrust.co.uk/vacancies. To apply for the role click apply which will take you to the application form for the post. We would encourage you to refer to the job description and person specification, demonstrating your suitability for the role.
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