Learning Support Assistant

A fantastic opportunity to join the transformational learning support team at one of the largest UTCs in England. UTC Reading is a thriving environment within an ambitious and forward-thinking MAT, Activate Learning Education Trust (ALET). We are rapidly adaptive and not afraid to ‘just do it’. Our alumni take up successful careers through university degrees (including Oxbridge), apprenticeships and employment across the digital and computing sector. 

The job is a varied one and requires the successful candidate to undertake work under the direct instruction and guidance of the SENCo, teaching staff and senior leadership team. The successful candidate will undertake work, care and/or support programmes to enable access to learning for students, working directly with students in class to support their needs; in addition, the candidate will need to ensure the administration and completion of paperwork and documentation relating to SEND to a high standard and sometimes working to precise deadlines.

Absolute musts for this role: 

·       Enthusiasm for teaching and learning and helping others 

·       A self-starter, able to work independently but with a well-developed understanding of the need for team communication 

·       A desire to deliver the most memorable, engaging, and career-relevant learning experiences that you can 

·       A team player who wants to contribute strongly to the evolution of the courses, facilities and our ‘real world’ links 

·       Passionate about the creation of the next generation of professional computer scientists and digital professionals 

All students at UTC Reading specialise in either Engineering, Computer Science or STEM; at KS4 they also study a focused and responsive curriculum to these specialisms. At Post 16 the curriculum becomes more specialist where students can study one of three routes: Technical, Hybrid, or A Level. In the technical route they will either study a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Computing or Engineering. In the Hybrid Route, they will study a technical qualification in engineering or computing alongside two A Levels. In the A Level route they will study 3 A Levels.

This an incredible time to be joining our trust. As well as our four UTCs, (Reading, Heathrow, Swindon and Oxfordshire) we also have two comprehensive schools, Theale Green School and The Bicester School. The vision of ALET is ‘Transforming Lives Through Learning’ and each of our schools and UTCs are uniquely placed to deliver this vision for every member of the communities they serve. By joining our trust, not only will you have an opportunity transform the lives of young people, but you will also have the chance to transform yours through collaborative working and professional development opportunities to help you progress in your career. 

If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting future for UTC Reading, then you are encouraged to explore further by hitting the apply button below!

Interviews will take place after the closing date

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and successful references.

UTC Reading

Crescent Road

Reading

Berkshire

RG1 5RQ