Graduate Learning Assistant

TSAT Grade C/D

£16,500 - £22,561 FTE (pro rata to £14,285 - £19,532 for hours and weeks stated)

37 hours per week

40 weeks per year (term-time only plus 10 INSET days)

Closing date for applications: Thursday 24th January 2019

We are a growing school and are looking to expand our team

“The Victory Academy is GOOD in all areas”

“Achievement has risen over the last three years” Ofsted October 2017


The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is the best performing Multi Academy Trust for KS4 progress and was Runner up in the TES ‘ Employer of the Year 2018 Awards'

As Graduate Learning Assistant, you will work as directed by the SENCO with individual students and groups of students, supporting with the monitoring of progress for individuals. You will assist in the promotion of high standards of behaviour and conduct within the Academy and to provide support for colleagues through the enactment of Academy policy and procedure. You will be required to supervise students during break/lunchtime etc.

You will support colleagues as directed in all aspects of learning, personal development and emotional literacy both within classrooms and in in other defined learning environments. You will support designated colleagues in the preparation and presentation of learning resources of both an academic and pastoral nature. You will also be required to be fully involved with all special activities related to the Academy and to provide support to extended enrichment provision as directed.

We are a mixed Comprehensive School for 11-19 year old students of all ability ranges, where everyone works and learns within its caring and supportive environment.

We are privileged to work in a stunning learning environment with excellent resources. The Academy is focused on providing an education for all. Our belief is that each person is unique – every member of our community has gifts and talents that we seek to grow and channel. Our job is to find and foster these for all. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum geared towards ensuring that our students will be dynamic members of society when they leave the Academy.

The Victory Academy was officially opened in September 2015 and is sponsored by The Thinking Schools Academy Trust (TSAT). View our latest video to gain an insight into The Victory Academy. http://bit.ly/2sWSWMw

What you’ll need to succeed:

Degree (ideally in core subjects) or alternative Level 4 course or above
C’ grades or above at GCSE level (or equivalent) in English and Maths
An aspiring teacher or someone committed to supporting students within the SEN area at Key Stage 3 or 4, or support students specifically with language needs
Excellent interpersonal skills
Effective communicator both orally and in writing
Effective ICT skills
Good/excellent knowledge of SIMS (or equivalent) or ability to learn
Excellent organisational and administrative skills
Experience of working with children and young people
Understanding of the educational system and current developments
Awareness of current legislation regarding children
Ability to motivate and to support learning
In addition, due to the special needs of some students, you must be qualified or be willing to undertake training in supporting personal care and hygiene of students
Additional Skills and Experience:

Other SEN/welfare qualification(s)
Additional language skills to support our diverse student population
Previous experience in providing literacy or numeracy support at Key Stage 3 or 4 will be a distinct advantage
First Aid experience
What we can offer you:

A newly built school with a stunning teaching environment and state of the art technology
Outstanding CPD tailored to you, wherever you are in your career
Support from across the Trust to help you deliver outstanding teaching and learning through resources, mentoring and school visits
Access to the New Horizons Teaching Alliance, offering a wide range of robust and innovatory development resources and expertise
Reduced membership of a fully-equipped fitness suite and classesA free healthcare package including physiotherapy, private and confidential well-being support, counselling, a 24 hour GP helpline, and much more
Childcare vouchers enabling eligible staff to pay for childcare in a tax efficient way;
Optional healthcare scheme at reduced rates
Onsite parking free of charge

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working in a new school, benefitting from a supportive network of teachers across our large academy and our Trust and you are keen to progress your career and join at the start of a new and exciting time for this academy, then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

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.