Student Engagement Worker (Teaching Assistant)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 13 Mehefin 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 29 Mehefin 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 5PF |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 8c92b0be-e096-48d5-a421-2b334b129f8a |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
The Portsmouth Academy is seeking to appoint a Student Engagement Worker (Teaching Assistant)to join our dedicated and vibrant team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making a positive impact on young people's lives by supporting their learning and wellbeing.
As a Student Engagement Worker, you will play a vital role in promoting both the physical and mental wellbeing of our students, working closely under the direction of our teaching staff. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety and has a strong desire to support young people in reaching their full potential.Key responsibilities:
• Support students' learning by supervising and assisting them in1:1 sessions and small groups
• Help students engage across a variety of learning activities and interventions
• Work collaboratively with staff to ensure students have access to the resources they need to succeed
About You:
• Experience in working with young people to support their mental and physical wellbeing
• A confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• Educated to a minimum Grade 4/C (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• Highly motivated, energetic and reflective with a passion for helping students and building positive relationships with both students and parents/carers
Working hours: 8am to 3.30pm or 8.30am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday
If you are enthusiastic about working in a school setting and want to help shape young minds in a supportive and inclusive environment, we would love to hear from you!
What the school offers its staff
The Portsmouth Academy is focused on providing an inclusive education for all children and ensuring that every child has access to the same opportunities. The Portsmouth Academy’s vision and ethos is rooted in developing aspirational and self-reflective learners who are able to think for themselves and be valuable members of their community. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum in both KS3 and 4, placing significant importance on cultural capital alongside academic achievement.
‘Pupils are happy at school and proud to be members of its community’ – Ofsted, 2022
We area “Microsoft Showcase School” due to our approach to digital learning. The academy has launched a one:one device policy, so every child in Year 7, Year 8 and Year 9 has their own laptop, and we are particular interested in finding teachers who have experience of, or would like to develop experience of, teaching with technology.
What our Trust will offer you:
• Competitive Pay Scales
• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• Pension Scheme Membership:Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support:Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Training:Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing:Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
• Cycle2Work Scheme:Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
• Store Discounts:Support staff have access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
• Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
The Portsmouth Academy is seeking to appoint a Student Engagement Worker (Teaching Assistant)to join our dedicated and vibrant team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making a positive impact on young people's lives by supporting their learning and wellbeing.
As a Student Engagement Worker, you will play a vital role in promoting both the physical and mental wellbeing of our students, working closely under the direction of our teaching staff. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety and has a strong desire to support young people in reaching their full potential.Key responsibilities:
• Support students' learning by supervising and assisting them in1:1 sessions and small groups
• Help students engage across a variety of learning activities and interventions
• Work collaboratively with staff to ensure students have access to the resources they need to succeed
About You:
• Experience in working with young people to support their mental and physical wellbeing
• A confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• Educated to a minimum Grade 4/C (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• Highly motivated, energetic and reflective with a passion for helping students and building positive relationships with both students and parents/carers
Working hours: 8am to 3.30pm or 8.30am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday
If you are enthusiastic about working in a school setting and want to help shape young minds in a supportive and inclusive environment, we would love to hear from you!
What the school offers its staff
The Portsmouth Academy is focused on providing an inclusive education for all children and ensuring that every child has access to the same opportunities. The Portsmouth Academy’s vision and ethos is rooted in developing aspirational and self-reflective learners who are able to think for themselves and be valuable members of their community. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum in both KS3 and 4, placing significant importance on cultural capital alongside academic achievement.
‘Pupils are happy at school and proud to be members of its community’ – Ofsted, 2022
We area “Microsoft Showcase School” due to our approach to digital learning. The academy has launched a one:one device policy, so every child in Year 7, Year 8 and Year 9 has their own laptop, and we are particular interested in finding teachers who have experience of, or would like to develop experience of, teaching with technology.
What our Trust will offer you:
• Competitive Pay Scales
• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• Pension Scheme Membership:Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support:Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Training:Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing:Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
• Cycle2Work Scheme:Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
• Store Discounts:Support staff have access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
• Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.