PolyMAT is a small and ambitious MAT with a unique family feel. Our vision is ‘Success for Everyone’ which places inclusion and well-being at its heart. We currently have two schools in our Trust: Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys, a long-successful boys’ school, and Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls that opened in 2019 and will comprise Years 7 – 11 from September 2023. We also have our flourishing Sixth Form provision which is co-educational. Our Trust and our schools pride themselves on a culture of high standards delivered through our Values of Care and Unity. We provide a rewarding environment where students and staff feel valued and supported and everyone feels part of the larger family as our schools and departments work very closely together and are located next to each other.
We are looking for a reliable and committed Learning Support Assistant for our Alternative Provision Unit. The ideal candidate will have the qualities, skills and drive necessary to fulfil this role. You will be expected to engage with disaffected students who need help overcoming barriers to learning, where behaviour/attendance issues are a cause for concern.
The successful candidate will Support staff with lessons, workshops and monitoring students, and will accompany staff and students on offsite provisions, education visits and reward trips. Additionally, to work one to one with referred students including FAP students and students who are at risk of exclusion. To support disaffected Year 11 students during the lead up to their GCSE, to ensure they can remain part of the school community.
Applicants must be highly organised and have a good standard of literacy and numeracy. Whilst previous experience is not essential, we are keen to recruit someone who is confident, supportive and possesses excellent interpersonal skills.
As a member of PolyMAT staff, we can offer you:
PolyMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Criminal Record Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, along with other relevant employment checks, including overseas criminal background checks, where applicable. All new trustees, employees and volunteers will be required to undertake safeguarding training on induction, which will be regularly updated in line with statutory guidance.
The school is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
All shortlisted candidates will also be subject to online searches (including social media).
The closing date for applications is Sunday 5 March. Interviews will be scheduled to take place shortly after.