Learning Support Assistant

Thomas Telford UTC

Thomas Telford UTC is a high performing secondary academy and a member of one of the highest performing MATs in the country.   We expect and strive for the highest standards in everything we do and all staff, in both teaching and support roles, have a part to play.

Our Vision

Thomas Telford UTC was established in September 2020 to provide the young people of Wolverhampton and the surrounding region a unique combination of excellent academic achievement and first-class preparation for their future

Thomas Telford UTC is looking for inspirational staff to help shape an innovative approach to education.

The Role – Learning Support Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a well organised, skilled and professional person to support students with SEN and others that require support to progress within the school. If you are passionate about young people, enjoy variety in your role and thrive on working in a busy environment this is a great opportunity for you. The successful candidate should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, relate well to young people. It is desirable but not essential to have Mathematics and English GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent).

Working as part of a team is a crucial aspect of the role within many different departments, so you must have a flexible attitude to react to different situations throughout the school day and the ability to use your own initiative within the learning environment. A brief outline of the role is as follows:

Responsibilities

• To assist in the education, supervision and welfare of students in the classes you are assigned to and around the school

• To create a positive atmosphere and professional impression that reflects our core values and ethos

•       To assist with lesson cover for teacher absence when required

·        1-1 interventions and small group work with identified SEN young people

·        Support whole school reading through individual reading sessions

·        Helping to support the wellbeing of young people through interventions and planned activities

·        To be a first aider for the UTC, providing support to students, staff and visitors

As well as exploring our website and taking a ‘virtual tour’ why not arrange to visit the UTC where you will have the chance to meet with the Vice Principal, Pip Shaw, and other members of the team to discuss the position. If you would like to arrange this or to speak to Pip directly please call 01902 872180 and speak to Sharon Frost to arrange a mutually convenient time.

To Apply

 Please complete our application form.

T: 01902 872180

E: sfrost@thomastelfordutc.com

The UTC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS enhanced clearance for the UTC.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE, paragraph 221, states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior or at interview.