At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with additional needs in a dynamic classroom environment.
- Company: Join Ormiston Rivers Academy, a supportive and innovative school.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous pension, and discounts on travel and leisure.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.
- Qualifications: GCSE Grade C in English and Maths; experience with SEN is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
About This Role
Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more – be part of a team where passion meets purpose to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people. We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and flexible person to join our hardworking, supportive and welcoming SEN Team in September. The role requires working for 37.5 hours per week during school term time plus one week.
Duties will include providing classroom, 1:1 or small group support to students with additional needs, disability or specific medical needs.
The Successful Candidate Will Be:
- Prepared to administer individual students’ medication (after appropriate training)
- Flexible, reliable and enthusiastic
- Positive and professional
- Educated to at least GCSE Grade C in English and Maths
- Able to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and others
- Ideally, experienced in supporting students with special education needs or disability
Ormiston Rivers Academy is an exciting and supportive place to work. There is a commitment to teamwork at all levels in the school, and we work together to provide outstanding opportunities for our students, supported by cutting‑edge facilities. We are committed to high‑quality teaching and learning, and we seek and embrace strategies to inspire and support our students.
Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?
Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset. We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.
Benefits:
- A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered and truly valued
- A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Automatic pay progression
- Generous pension and life cover
- Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform
- Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to health and well‑being programmes, including counselling service
For an informal chat regarding the role or a visit to the academy, please contact.
Closing date for applications: Midnight on 19th July. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 21st July. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should we secure an appropriate candidate. Ormiston Rivers Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered. All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
Learning Support AssistantEDV/2026/ORA/30166 employer: Ormiston Academies Trust
Ormiston Academies Trust is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values flexibility and teamwork. With opportunities for professional growth and automatic pay progression, employees can thrive in a dynamic environment dedicated to maintaining high standards within the Academy. The role of Site Assistant not only provides meaningful work but also allows for a balanced lifestyle with flexible hours.
