Achievement Support Assistant

To start as soon as possible

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm, term time only

We are looking for a dynamic, committed and innovative individual to join our team as an Achievement Support Assistant. This role involves delivering specific interventions to individuals in order for them to overcome barriers and close gaps in their learning. Previous experience of working in a primary school within early years is preferred and working with children with complex needs. If you are ready for a challenge, have a positive outlook and want to develop your understanding and skills in a supportive Trust, then we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Have an understanding of how children learn and how to get the best from them
• Have experience of working in a primary or nursery setting

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Be understanding and have empathy with children
• Have a passion to work with vulnerable children and be flexible to meet their needs

Benefits

• Delightful children who love being in school
• Hard‑working, motivated and knowledgeable staff, who work together in the best interests of children
• Opportunities to work with colleagues across our schools
• Investment in your development, through targeted CPD
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on young lives, helping pupils overcome challenges and reach their potential
• Daily opportunities to inspire, mentor, and guide children and young people
• A family‑like atmosphere where staff, pupils, and families work together in a supportive community
• A shared purpose in shaping the future through learning and character development
• Access to generous pension schemes through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Term‑time only contracts available for many roles, supporting work‑life balance, family life and reducing childcare needs
• Employee discounts on retail, leisure, and travel through trust partnerships
• A cycle‑to‑work scheme that promotes health and saves on commuting costs
• A confidential Employee Assistance Programme offering support for mental health, legal, and financial matters
• A dedicated wellbeing day to focus on personal rest and rejuvenation
• Mental Health Champions across the trust promoting a positive and inclusive culture
• Flexible working options depending on role and school needs
• An opportunity to work with staff who are passionate about helping every child become the best they can be

Safeguarding Statement

HCAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. As part of our safer recruitment procedures, online checks (including social media) may be carried out by the Trust, as part of our shortlisting process.