Apprentice Learning Support Assistant

Summary

Description
Apprentice Learning Support Assistant
Job Reference
0000000800
Location
Goodwin Academy
Closing Date
17/07/2022

Details

Employment Type
Support
Hours
37
Weeks Per Year
39
Location
Goodwin Academy
Minimum Salary
£5
Contract Type
Fixed Term

Advert Details

Apprentice Learning Support Assistant

Apprenticeship Scale: £5.00 per hour

Start Date: September 2022

37 hours per week – Term time only + 5 days (39 weeks a year)

(you will be paid 52 weeks a year to allow you to undertake relevant training during the holidays) 

Closing Date: 17/07/22

Interview Date: TBC

cid:75cfc123-ac49-4a50-a21f-97dab8b30c0d@Castle.Kent.sch.uk

 

We require an Apprentice Learning Support Assistant to join The Goodwin Academy to provide support in learning for our Key Stage 3 and 4 students.

The principal responsibilities of this post are to enable students to access learning by supervising and assisting them (one to one and in small groups) across a wide range of activities and supported learning. 

The right candidates for the roles may have previous experience of working within an education environment or have a strong urge to work with young people to support their physical and mental wellbeing. You will also possess excellent written and communication skills. Training and support will be continually provided to enable you to develop into your role and complete your apprenticeship. 

 

You must have a minimum of GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade Level 2) Essential 

The ideal candidates will have high levels of motivation, energy and commitment with a reflective approach to the role and the ability to work to build positive relationships with students and their parents/carers. The suitable candidates will be able to demonstrate that they can work as both part of a team and contribute to the effective organisation of the school with administrative support.

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The Thinking Schools Academy Trust has been ranked as the highest performing trust in the South East and in the top 15 academy trusts in England, out of more than 100 – 2020 DfE report

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Goodwin Academy is a vibrant and engaging key stage 3-5 mixed academy based in the heart of Deal.  At Goodwin, we are committed to transforming the life chances of our students, ensuring that all are supported and encouraged to achieve their personal best. We deliver this through the BEST Agenda - ‘Be Your Best’ with BEST being an acronym for B = Brilliance, E = Enrichment, S = Society and T = Thinking.

 

Click here for more information about Goodwin Academy

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The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across Kent, Hampshire and Plymouth. 

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

  • Think about their Thinking
  • Be their Best self
  • Shape their Success

 

In this way we transform life chances

Click Here To view our Trust video to gain an insight into The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

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What you need to do now:

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

If you experience any issues in applying for this role via our careers site, please click here to submit an application via Microsoft Forms

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 an enhanced DBS check. 

Documents

The following documents are available relating to this vacancy:

Learning Support Assistant - Job Description.pdf

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