Year Leader Assistant Lawn Manor AcademySalary: E6 £25,989 FTE E8 £26,824 FTEActual Salary: £22,354 -£23,072Contract: Permanent Working Weeks: 39 WeeksPaid Weeks: 44.85Hours per week : 37Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday min unpaid break) Friday Closing date: 09.th May 2026 Interview Date: Week Commencing 1st June 2026Anticipated Start Date: ASAPJob OverviewAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Year Leader Assistant. Liaising with parents, teaching staff, admin staff and outside agencies to help ensure the efficient flow of information both within and outside the school.Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.Why choose us?Lawn Manor Academy, part of Ascend Learning Trust, is an inclusive, all ability school where high expectations and strong pastoral support help every pupil reach their potential. We offer a broad curriculum, excellent facilities and a personalised approach that supports pupils to thrive academically and grow into confident, responsible citizens.At Ascend Learning Trust, our motto - Together we Belong, Believe, Become.- guides everything we do. We create a genuine sense of belonging and deliver a holistic, world-class education that opens doors for every young person, no matter their starting point. Our shared values of Compassion, Aspiration, Respect, Dedication and Integrity shape our culture and inspire us to provide unmissable education and limitless horizons.When you join us, you become part of a supportive, ambitious community that invests in its people and develops high-calibre professionals. We foster kindness, inclusivity and high expectations, and we welcome colleagues who want to make a meaningful difference every day.What We OfferHealth & WellbeingFree annual flu vaccinesDiscounted gym memberships24/7 counselling helplineAnnual Wellbeing Day Generous holiday allowance Flexible working solutions Optional health and fitness schemes FinancialDiscounts and cashback at hundreds of retailersExcellent Pension Schemes, including 21.3% employer contributions for support staffCycle to Work and Tech Schemes Career ProgressionInstructional Coaching for teaching rolesSupportive performance developmentApprenticeship and training opportunitiesInternal progression pathwaysRecognition and long-service awards Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful probation. Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.Safeguarding StatementAscend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which means that you are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they would normally be considered "spent" and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences. In line with KCSIE 2025 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates' suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence. References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.