Education Support Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a self-motivated and committed Education Support Assistant. This is a unique role, necessitated by the educational needs of the school, the small size of the staffing body and temporary accommodation for the next two years.

You will need to be flexible as your daily tasks will be varied and could change with very little notice! On some days you will be deployed as a Cover Supervisor, covering both planned and unforeseen absences of teaching and educational support staff. You will also support the Pastoral Team, running the Independent Learning Unit for students if their behaviour falls short of our high expectations. This includes elements of Behaviour Mentoring and implementing interventions. You may also spend part of your day in the Library, supervising lunch or homework clubs for our most vulnerable students.

The role would be ideal for anyone who is considering a role within education and who would like to gain more experience. It would be an ideal platform to apply for Teaching Assistant or Year Leader roles or to consider Teacher Training in the future.

We would be delighted to hear from enthusiastic and committed colleagues looking for the opportunity to help shape the learning experiences of our students in order to meet and beat their potential. The most important attributes we are looking for are a can-do attitude and the desire to be part of a team!

Archway Learning Trust, previously Bluecoat Academies Trust, was formed in April 2014 as a result of the very long and successful history of Bluecoat Academy. We welcomed three further secondary schools in Derby to the Trust in 2021 and opened Bluecoat Trent Academy, a secondary Free School in Nottingham, in September 2021.

The Trust comprises Bluecoat Aspley Academy, Bluecoat Sixth Form, Bluecoat Wollaton Academy, Bluecoat Beechdale Academy, Bluecoat Primary Academy, Bluecoat Trent Academy, The Nottingham Emmanuel School and Sixth Form, The Long Eaton School, Lees Brook Community School, Alvaston Moor Academy and the Bluecoat SCITT Alliance (School Centred Initial Teacher Training).

The growth and development of our Multi-Academy Trust make this an excellent opportunity to join us as we seek to serve a growing number of young people across the region.

In return, we can offer:   

• Archway benefits, to include shopping discounts and competitions   
• A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice   
• Access to discounted travel schemes   
• Access to generous pension schemes
• Cycle-to-work scheme   
• Comprehensive training and support   
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career   
• Eye care voucher scheme   
• Free flu vaccine   
• 25 days’ holiday plus paid statutory Bank Holidays   
• Access to e-learning and development

How to find out more

For more information about Archway Learning Trust and the vacancy, please visit our website via the apply button.

We would encourage you to refer to the job description and person specification, demonstrating your suitability for the role. 

Closing date: Friday 17th June 2022

Interview date: w/c Monday 20th June 2022

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 the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.