Support Assistant - Post 16 Tutor Support
Newcastle City Council
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom£25,185.00 - £25,583.00 per annum pro rata (Actual salary £22,085 - £22,434)Closes: 16 Apr
This school has Academy status and is part of The Gosforth Group; the employer will be the Multi Academy Trust.
Gosforth Academy
Knightsbridge
Great North Road
Gosforth
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE3 2JH
*This post attracts a Living Wage supplement. In addition to the hourly rate, this post will receive the Living Wage supplement to bring the hourly rate up to a minimum of £13.45 an hour.*
This is a role dedicated to supporting one of our 6th form tutors who is registered blind. Responsibilities include, day-to-day administration and technology assistance, classroom management and building orientation support, ensuring all duties are carried out safely and efficiently.
Although not exhaustive a typical working week will include:
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about education and committed to providing exceptional support to our post 16 Tutor.
The role will suit someone who is extremely well organised, who is a clear communicator and able to convey information in a way that is easy to understand and free from ambiguity, someone who is proactive and who is keen to improve ways of working, actively supporting an inclusive and productive working environment.
You will be an excellent administrator with exceptional attention to detail, love all things technology and are very proficient in the use of Microsoft 365.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.
The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Safeguarding Information
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide and you can view our Policy on the Employment of Ex-offenders on our website within Trust Policies.
Gosforth Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
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Gosforth Academy
Knightsbridge
Great North Road
Gosforth
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE3 2JH
*This post attracts a Living Wage supplement. In addition to the hourly rate, this post will receive the Living Wage supplement to bring the hourly rate up to a minimum of £13.45 an hour.*
This is a role dedicated to supporting one of our 6th form tutors who is registered blind. Responsibilities include, day-to-day administration and technology assistance, classroom management and building orientation support, ensuring all duties are carried out safely and efficiently.
Although not exhaustive a typical working week will include:
- Supporting the tutor during class tutorials, 1-2-1 meetings with students and parents’ and 6th form open evenings and events
- Assisting with technology and accessibility tools
- Note taking, creating documents and formatting
- Daily email management and administration
- Preparing teaching materials and resources
- Managing schedules and appointments
- Guiding and supporting the tutor around the building in a safe manner
- Collaborating with other staff members to ensure a cohesive learning environment
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about education and committed to providing exceptional support to our post 16 Tutor.
The role will suit someone who is extremely well organised, who is a clear communicator and able to convey information in a way that is easy to understand and free from ambiguity, someone who is proactive and who is keen to improve ways of working, actively supporting an inclusive and productive working environment.
You will be an excellent administrator with exceptional attention to detail, love all things technology and are very proficient in the use of Microsoft 365.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- A competitive salary - as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you’re guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living.
- Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking
- An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals
- Enthusiastic and motivated students
- An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development
- A school with its community at heart
- An exciting programme of staff well-being activities
- Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group
Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.
The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Safeguarding Information
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide and you can view our Policy on the Employment of Ex-offenders on our website within Trust Policies.
Gosforth Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
APPLY NOW