Learning Support Assistant

About HEART Academies Trust HEART Academies Trust formed in 2017 and currently consists of one secondary school, Bedford Academy and five partner primary schools, Cauldwell School, Goldington Green Academy, Shackleton Primary, Shortstown Primary and Wilstead Primary. We are a non-profit making charitable company sponsored by the Harpur Trust, one of the largest charities in the UK. With a proven track-record in education through their ownership and management of four Harpur Trust private schools in Bedford and as a sponsor of Bedford Academy since its creation in 2010, they are the perfect partner to support HEART Academies Trust as we grow. HEART Academies Trust supports continuity of education within the community. Adopting a ‘stronger together’ approach and a commitment to positive collaboration enables each academy within the Trust to celebrate what they already do well whilst providing opportunities to ensure continued development and improvement across all academies within the Trust. What we offer As part of HEART Academies Trust, staff are valued and supported, allowing them to contribute fully to the wider school community. Our commitment to staff development and wellbeing is paramount. Paid wellbeing day per year. CPD pathways, career progression, secondment and shadowing opportunities. £200 Refer a friend scheme, tech scheme and cycle to work scheme. Employee assist programme. Generous pension and a competitive salary. Free gym, shower and parking facilities. Free tea, coffee, breakfast and eye tests. An exceptional ECT induction programme and support. An open and collaborative working environment with an inclusive workplace Regular training and development programmes and celebration of staff success. An excellent catering provision. A commitment to environmental sustainability. What we’re looking for To complement teachers’ delivery of the curriculum and contribute to the development of other support staff, students and school policies and strategies. To work collaboratively with teaching staff and assist in the whole planning cycle and the management/preparation of resources. To provide learning support for students, the teacher and the Academy in order to raise standards of achievement for all, by utilising knowledge and skills when assisting with planning and to encourage students to become independent learners, to provide support for their welfare, and to support the inclusion of students in all aspects of Academy life. To work with Access staff on transition support for the curriculum, working with middle schools in supporting students with the studies alongside teaching staff. Position details: 32.5 hours per week, term-time only plus training days 8:30 - 15:30 Monday to Friday