Learning Support Assistant in Newcastle upon Tyne

This school has Academy status and is part of The Gosforth Group; the employer will be the Multi Academy Trust. Callerton Academy, Bedeburn Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 4JQ.

This post attracts a Living Wage supplement. In addition to the hourly rate, this post will receive the Living Wage supplement to bring the hourly rate up to a minimum of £13.45 an hour.

We are seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive and inclusive team at Callerton Academy. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with young people and making a positive difference in their education and wellbeing. In this role, you will work closely with teachers and the SENCO to support students in their learning and development. You will help to create a positive, engaging and inclusive classroom environment by supporting individuals and small groups with their work, preparing learning resources and contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of lessons. You will also play an important part in supporting students’ social, emotional and physical needs, helping them to feel safe, confident and ready to learn, while promoting positive behaviour and inclusion across the school.

What we are looking for:

• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A good level of education, including English and Maths
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Patience, empathy and a commitment to inclusion
• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to work as part of a team
• An interest in supporting students with additional needs, including SEND

What we can offer you:

• A competitive salary - as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you’re guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living.
• Generous annual leave
• Benefits including: excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking
• An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals
• Enthusiastic and motivated students
• An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development
• A school with its community at heart
• Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group

For further information contact peoplecallerton@gosforthgroup.org.uk or telephone 0191 429 9797, option 4. Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.

The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide and you can view the Policy on the Employment of Ex-offenders on our website within Trust Policies.

Gosforth Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks.