Salary: Band 3 £25,583 – £25,989 pro rata (actual £9,545 – £9,696)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 16 hours per week, term time plus 5 additional days (10am-2pm 4 days per week, some flexibility can be considered)
Closing Date: 9am Monday 23rd March

Duke’s Secondary School is seeking an enthusiastic, creative and reliable Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team and support both students and teachers throughout the busy academic year.

This is a rewarding opportunity to play an important role in the classroom, helping students access learning and achieve their full potential. Day to day responsibilities include supporting students in following class instructions, assisting the teacher with behaviour management, and helping to prepare lesson materials and classroom resources.

The successful candidate will be resilient, organised, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a busy classroom environment. You will support the delivery of lessons and encourage students to actively engage in learning activities.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

  • Supervise and support students in accessing learning opportunities.
  • Encourage students to engage with and participate in activities set by the class teacher.
  • Build positive relationships with students, acting as a role model and responding to the needs of each individual learner.
  • Support the teacher in maintaining a positive and productive classroom environment through effective behaviour management.
  • Prepare, organise and maintain equipment and learning resources, assisting students in their use where required.

What We Offer

  • Excellent pension scheme with a generous 17% employer contribution from the Trust.
  • 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays for year-round staff, increasing to 31 days after five years’ service.
  • 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential wellbeing and support services.
  • Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support for all staff through Dittolo.
  • Access to The Nest, our childcare provision in Ashington and Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, offering both paid places and free 30-hour places for eligible families.
  • Discounted gym membership, including reduced rates at Sculpt Ashington and Places Leisure.
  • Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, giving exclusive discounts at major retailers such as Apple, JD Sports and TUI.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme to support sustainable travel and wellbeing

Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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