Learning Support Assistant

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of children? Are you self-motivated, enthusiastic and well-organised? Then, we welcome you to apply for this vital position of Learning Support Assistant.

Our academy ethos, ‘Life in all its fullness’, underlines our commitment to the education of the whole of the child, with the development of our students’ character and cultural capital as important as their academic progress. Committed to the wellbeing of our students and staff alike, we pride ourselves on our duty of care to both.

Accordingly, our Academy is at an exciting point in its development and the inclusion faculty has recently been relocated to the heart of the academy, providing a newly refurbished base which is already having a positive impact on the students who access this provision.

The successful candidate will support the behaviour, learning and achievements of individuals and groups of students within the classroom and dedicated inclusion base. You need to be able to work effectively as part of a team and have a good standard of literacy, ICT and numeracy in order to carry out associated administrative duties. Please refer to the full job description and person specification for further details.

In return the successful candidate will be offered the following career and development opportunities:

• A thorough package of induction and support;

• Excellent CPD provision within the Academy;

• A staff well-being package.

Applicants should apply via the TES website www.tes.com and follow the guidance notes provided. For further information please contact hr@mitretrust.org.uk.

Minster Trust for Education is a multi-academy trust of 7 primary and secondary schools which has at its core a collaborative model of leadership and a belief in sharing expertise while unerringly pursuing the best education for its pupils.  Together we help every child to flourish, opening doors to fulfilling futures.

The Trust is founded on 5 key principles that apply to pupils, students and employees alike.  They are:

• Integrity - we do the right thing
• Wisdom - we think deeply
• Kindness - we care about each other
• Collaboration - we are better together
• Service - we pursue the greater good.

Closing date for applications is midday on Wednesday 8th February 2023
Interviews will be held w/c Monday 20th February 2023

We seek to employ people who not only demonstrate these values but are also invested in our mission and truly wish to make a difference through their contribution, whatever the specific role.

The Minster Trust for Education is committed to safeguarding children and the promotion of equal opportunities for staff and students. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and complete a KCSIE Declaration.