Learning Support Assistants
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Job Description
We are recruiting additionalLearning SupportAssistantstojoin our new state of the art academy in Frindsbury Strood.The successful candidates will be required to work with students across the Academy and on a 1:1 basis to ensure that students needs do not become a barrier to learning and making progress.
Our Learning Support Assistants will be required to understand individual students needs and work with subject teachers so that they can develop learning programmes appropriate to the needs of those students. Support will encompass both in class and through targeted interventions which may also involve small group work.
Experience of working with primary or secondary aged children with the ability to raise aspirations to ensure the best possible outcomes will be beneficial as will the ability to motivate children have a passion to make a positive outcome for the children and have high expectations of childrens emotional social and mental health development. Excellent interpersonal skills together with good knowledge of ICT would be essential.
This role is initially offered as a fixed term contract working on a 1:1 basis with students with a high level of SEND.
About You
About Us
The Maritime Academy is proud to be part of the TSAT family. We embrace a cognitive approach to education and our ethos values are aligned with that of the wider Trust family and our commitment to transform life chances is evident in everything that we do. This is an exciting time to join our organisation as we expand our network of schools building upon our established ethos and values.
Maritime Academy is a brand-new secondary school serving the community of Medway which opened in September 2022 and has moved to their brand new premises in September 2024.
The school is a welcoming and inclusive environment where excellence is a habit. It exudes a strong sense of community. Ofsted 2025
Click hereto learn more about our school and our vision
The Thinking Schools Academy Trust
The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools across the South West South South East and East of England consisting of early years primary secondary and specialist provision.
We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. Thats why we invest in our people and are recognised as the Multi Academy Trust Association Employer of the Year for 2025/2026 so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils.
Learn more about our Vision and Values here
What we can offer you:
- Environment:A newly built school with a stunning teaching environment and state of the art technology
- Competitive Pay Scales:Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
- 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:Expanded 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.
- Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.
- TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will bepart 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.
- Fitness and Wellness:Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes conveniently located at New Horizons Childrens Academy Rochester Grammar School and Maritime Academy.
- 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.
- 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!
Next Steps
If you are interested in working in our school benefitting from a supportive network of staff across our Trust we would encourage you to apply
We strongly encourage any applicants who may be interested in working at our school to contact Kerry Masters Office Manager during school hours. Kerry can be contacted via emailemailprotectedto arrange an informal conversation.
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. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates if you have any questions regarding this process please emailemailprotected
Employment Type
Contract
