Are you committed to helping young people reach their full academic potential?
Progress Teachers are supporting a thriving and supportive secondary school in Nottingham to appoint a dedicated Academic Support Assistant to work closely with students and staff to raise achievement and ensure every learner can succeed.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about education and eager to make a real difference in the day-to-day experiences of young people!
Key Responsibilities:
* Classroom Support: Assist in lessons by working with individuals and small groups to ensure students understand tasks and remain engaged.
* Academic Intervention: Support the delivery of intervention programmes for students needing additional help with English, maths, or other core subjects.
* Progress Monitoring: Help track students' academic progress and provide feedback to teachers and senior staff.
* Learning Resource Preparation: Assist in preparing and organising learning materials and classroom resources.
* One-to-One Mentoring: Provide focused academic support to students with additional needs or those at risk of falling behind.
* Collaboration: Work with subject teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to identify barriers to learning and implement strategies to overcome them.
* Promoting Independence: Encourage students to take responsibility for their learning and develop effective study habits.
Qualifications & Requirements:
* Experience working with secondary-age students, ideally within an educational setting
* GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent)
* Level 3 / 4 in Supporting Teaching & Learning or equivalent (highly advantageous)
* Confident ability to support learning across a range of subjects and ability levels
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Being proactive, flexible, and committed to promoting student success
* Understand the importance of safeguarding and inclusion in a school environment