Learning Support Assistant

Kenton School is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school at the heart of the community in which we serve.  With just over 1800 students, we are amongst the largest schools in the North East. At Kenton we are passionate about providing the very best education possible for young people in our city, our region and nationally, and our strong and committed team share our vision of ensuring all our students not only reach their potential but that they are confident, happy and resilient students who treat each other with compassion and respect.

We are seeking applications to join our Learning Support team, working with individual students or small groups with a wide range of special educational needs. Working with teachers and team leaders, the role involves designing and delivering interventions and in-class support to help students access their lessons and embed their learning.  

We are looking for candidates with experience of working with children and/or young people, preferably within an education setting, combined with a minimum of a level 3 qualification (A Level) in a National Curriculum subject. Experience of working with children with special educational needs or social, emotional and mental health issues would be advantage.   

• Post 1 - 32.5 hrs per week (5 days):  £13,940 to £14,219 pa term time only, fixed term for one year
• Post 2 - 13 hrs per week (2 days) £5,576 to £5,688 pa term time only, fixed term for one year

If you have commitment, interpersonal skills and resilience to motivate, and can challenge and inspire students to achieve their potential regardless of the barriers they face, we want to hear from you. 

In return we offer fantastic developmental possibilities due to our size, facilities and a forward-thinking management and staff working together to offer the best available chances for our students.   

Supporting information is available to download below. To apply, please click on Quick Apply where you will be taken to the application form.

Closing date: Noon on 21 April 2021

Kenton Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are fully committed to ensuring that consistent effective safeguarding procedures are in place to support families.