Achievement Support Assistant at St Vincent's Voluntary Catholic Academy

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and adaptable Level 2 Achievement Support Assistant to join our dedicated team. This role will involve working across the primary school, supporting pupils in a range of year groups, with opportunities to work within EYFS and, where required, within our SEND Hub. The post is for 32.5 hours per week, term time only plus two training days.

Applicants are required to have the Level 2 Early Years qualification as listed on the approved DfE's Early Years Qualification List (EYQL). The successful candidate will be committed to helping children thrive academically, socially and emotionally, working closely with teachers and support staff to provide high-quality learning experiences tailored to individual needs. A positive attitude, flexibility and a passion for inclusive education are essential.

We are proud of our wonderfully diverse school community and our warm, welcoming ethos, where every child and member of staff is valued and supported. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference within a supportive and nurturing school environment.

We are looking to appoint someone who:

• can establish productive working relationships with children, acting as a role model and setting high expectations;
• is kind, caring, energetic and enthusiastic;
• encourages pupils to interact with others and engage all children in learning activities led by the teacher;
• has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and enjoys working within a supportive team;
• is well organised, flexible and creative;
• is willing to participate fully in ensuring inclusion of all children;
• uses their initiative to ensure the best possible support for pupils and families;
• is keen to continue to develop professionally.

What we offer:

• a school committed to developing each child as an individual to their full potential;
• happy children who are eager to learn;
• a commitment to quality professional development for all;
• the opportunity to join a forward-thinking, supportive and caring team.

Benefits for you include:

• cycle to work scheme;
• use of Trust fitness gym (based at St Mary's College);
• discounted local authority leisure and sports facilities;
• employee assistance and counselling service, wellbeing support and advice;
• option to join payable Health Care scheme;
• free onsite parking;
• wide range of learning and continuous professional development;
• access to Pension Scheme with employee contributions.

The Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We have a robust child protection policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.