Achievement Support Assistant

About this Role Looking for a role that allows you to make a positive impact? St Peter’s VC Academy School is looking for an Achievement Support Assistant to join their team. You will collaborate with teachers and other support staff to address the needs and learning journey of our students throughout the school day and at After School Club. Permanent role - 26.25 hours per week - term time only plus 5 additional days Achievement Support Assistant -12:15pm - 3:15pm - Monday to Friday Afterschool Club: - 3:15pm - 5:30pm - Monday to Friday Your responsibilities include working closely with individual students or small groups to deliver tailored support that meets each pupil’s specific educational, emotional, and physical needs. They assist in implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), adapt lesson materials for accessibility, and provide one-on-one attention to help pupils stay engaged and make progress. In collaboration with class teachers, SENCO, and external specialists, they monitor pupil development, manage behaviour sensitively, and create a safe, nurturing atmosphere that encourages independence and confidence. This role requires patience, empathy, adaptability, and a strong commitment to supporting every child’s right to a meaningful education. Your role focuses around supporting Teachers, which in turn elevates the support delivered to pupils. The role will also involve leading small group interventions under the direction of the class teacher. Experience of working in a school is essential. Experience of SEND would be an advantage but not essential, but most importantly, you will have the right attitude towards teaching and learning. You will also play a key part of helping to run the Afterschool Club ensuring high standards of provision are maintained throughout the club, and to ensuring the health, safety and welfare of the children and supporting the smooth running /of the club. As part of your role, you will be preparing basic food such as toast, cereal and fruit. Leading by example: To show, at all times, a personal commitment to treating all students and colleagues in a fair and respectful way, which gives positive regard to people’s differences and individuality (for example, gender, gender identity, nationality or ethnic origin, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age). This is an important and responsible position, and it is essential that the successful candidate can demonstrate: Flexibility and commitment Good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively Initiative and the ability to work in a proactive way Punctuality and reliability A positive attitude and outlook A desire to support children to reach their potential We can offer you: Tailored support from our senior leaders and staff colleagues as we further develop you and give you the skills, encouragement, and experience within the profession. A welcoming and highly supportive school and wider