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 Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys to support within our Designated Specialist Provision. The ideal applicant will have experience of working with students with Autism and/or Moderate Learning Difficulties with the qualities, skills and drive necessary to fulfil this role. The successful candidate will work under the overall supervision of the Head of DSP, and under the guidance of the HLTA.
Woolwich Poly DSP is for students with an EHCP and a diagnosis of Autism and Moderate Learning Difficulties. The aim is to provide students with the best possible learning environment to meet their individual needs for students to develop social, independent skills and gain qualifications relevant to their next steps.
Applicants must have previous experience of either working within a primary or specialist setting working with students with Autism or Moderate Learning Difficulties. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, flexible, be able to work with in team and also on own initiate and also have a great sense of humour!
As a member of the 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.
Schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education Legislation.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Suitable candidates will be interviewed promptly upon receipt of application. The closing date will be brought forward in the event that the post is filled.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 22 January. Interviews will be scheduled to take place shortly after.
All applicants will need to complete a PolyMAT Employee Application form which can be found at www.woolwichpoly.co.uk