As a key member of our learning support team, you will work closely with the SENDCo, Assistant SENDCo, class teachers, and HLTA to provide targeted support for pupils who require additional help to overcome barriers to learning. Your role will involve:

• Supporting pupils’ learning across the curriculum, including literacy, numeracy, and science.
  

• Implementing individual and group work programmes, both in the classroom and in specialized support areas such as the PLC or The Bridge.
  

• Supervising whole-class activities during short-term teacher absences, following pre-prepared plans.
  

• Observing and monitoring pupil progress, recording achievements, and providing accurate feedback to teachers.
  

• Assisting with marking and maintaining pupil records.
  

• Promoting positive behaviour, supporting pupils to take responsibility for their actions, and resolving conflicts in line with school policy.
  

• Liaising sensitively with parents and participating in feedback meetings.
  

• Supporting the administration of routine tests and exams.
  

• Contributing to the development and delivery of ILPs and small intervention programs.
  

• Providing 1:1 mentoring, guidance, and support to SEND students, including those experiencing distress.
  

• Supporting the training and development of staff as required.
  

• Supervising pupils during out-of-school activities, trips, and visits.
  

• Collaborating with external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.

The role is for;

• 37 hours per week
  

• 39 weeks per year, including inset days

About You
To be successful in this role, you will:

• Hold NVQ Level 3 in Teaching Assistance or an equivalent qualification.
  

• Have experience working with children with SEND.
  

• Possess excellent literacy and numeracy skills.
  

• Be knowledgeable in current learning support and behaviour management strategies.
  

• Demonstrate patience, empathy, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
  

• Be committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and enriching learning environment.
  
  

Why Join Us?
This is more than just a teaching assistant role – it’s an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our students. You will work in a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, and where you can see the impact of your work every day.

If you are passionate about empowering children and supporting SEND students to thrive, we would love to hear from you.

Our Vision and Values – Affinity Learning Partnership Affinity Learning Partnership is a Multi Academy Trust comprising three Secondary Academies and four Primary Academies, currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire. We pride ourselves on being 'a great place to work', Where everyone belongs, progresses and thrives.

Belongs: We advocate and nurture inclusivity, connectedness and wellbeing by creating opportunities for all and forging a sense of community.

Progress: Exceptional CPD and career pathways ensure all staff can excel in their roles. All of our schools deliver quality teaching and learning, underpinned by our aspirational and enriching curriculum. This is enabled by skilled support and business professionals.

Thrives: We empower staff, pupils and our wider communities to be agents of change both now and in the future. We actively seek to grow our Trust where it supports all in our community to achieve, grow and develop.

Continuing Professional Development The Trust believes that professional development is key to successful employees and offers excellent opportunities for you to grow and achieve.  We provide tailored Continuing Professional Development, mentoring, support and a range of development opportunities across the Trust.

Benefits Package Affinity Learning Partnership strives to be an ‘Employer of Choice’ and is committed to the wellbeing and development of colleagues. Offering an excellent benefit package which includes:

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Discounted Gym Membership

• BHSF Healthcare Scheme

• Eye Care Voucher Scheme

• Flu Vaccination Vouchers

Additional Information: Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence and, therefore, are unable to employ individuals residing outside of the UK or candidates living within the UK who require continued sponsorship to work in the UK.

Please note: Completed applications should be received by 09:00am of the closing date. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Please ensure to regularly check your junk/spam folder for any correspondence in relation to the progress of your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is not policy to give individual feedback at this stage.

We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce, and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone in Affinity Learning Partnership. Therefore, we encourage applications from underrepresented communities irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process should this be required. 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.