Overview
The Discovery Academy is seeking an enthusiastic SEN Support Assistant to work in our newly opened SEN Resource Provision, Aspen Hollis. This will be the 1st Secondary SEN Resource provision in Stoke-On-Trent. The provision will cater for up to 16 children who have an Education Health Care Plan for Communication and Interaction Needs and provide a nurturing space for personalised learning enhanced with some mainstream lessons. The provision allows students to integrate into mainstream school life at their own pace, participating in extracurricular activities, social events, and shared learning experiences with their peers.
Principal: Ms J Schofield | Required: January 2026 | Term Time Only | 32.5 Hours Per Week | Level 5 | Actual Salary (£20,286 - £21,972)
Why Discovery?
The Discovery Academy is part of the Alpha Academies Trust in Stoke-on-Trent, one of the largest Academies in the area, with extensive facilities and a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. The Trust emphasises staff development and supporting colleagues to progress in their careers.
Responsibilities
* Provide support to pupils in the SEN Resource Provision who have an Education Health Care Plan for Communication and Interaction Needs.
* Assist in delivering personalised learning experiences that integrate with mainstream lessons.
* Promote inclusion and help students engage in school life, activities, and events.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Ability to converse at ease with members of the public, including staff and students, in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
* Experience of working with pupils with communication and interaction needs would be advantageous (not explicitly required in the original text).
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Our Commitment to Safeguarding: The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online social media check, and other vetting procedures. We are Disability Confident and support reasonable adjustments during the application process.
Benefits of Working for Our Trust
The Trust offers a benefits package including a good pension (employer contribution 24.2%), discounted gym membership, on-site parking, subsidised meals, Cyclescheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme with counselling services. The Trust supports ongoing professional development and encourages membership of the Chartered College of Teaching.
How to Apply
To apply, visit the Alpha Academies Trust vacancies page: https://alphaacademiestrust.co.uk/vacancies/. Click on "Explore Available Opportunities", find the vacancy, and click "Apply Now". For further information, contact recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk. Visits to the Academy are welcome by appointment.
Important Dates
Closing Date: Wednesday 8 October 2025 at 9:00am
Interview Date: Wednesday 15 October 2025
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