Achievement Support Assistant

Grade 4 SCP 5-7 (£25,583- £26,403 pro rata, actual salary £18, 808)

32.5 hours per week

8:30 - 3:30 (Mon-Fri, including 30min lunch break)

We are looking for a dynamic, committed and innovative individual to join our team to support two children with special educational needs. The successful candidate will be the key worker for these children, and the role may include working across both the mainstream classroom and our SEND Unit.

This post is a specific-purpose post, until the supported children secure places in a specialist setting, which is anticipated to be in January 2027.

If you are ready for a challenge, have a positive outlook and want to develop your understanding and skills in a supportive Trust, then we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will:

- Have flexibility and be willing to adapt to meet the needs of the pupils they are working with

- Have knowledge and experience of working with children with additional needs - especially communication and interaction difficulties

- Have empathy and perseverance

- Be willing to undertake any additional training to enhance own practice

- Be fully committed to supporting our children

We can offer:

- Delightful children who love being in school

- Hard-working, motivated and knowledgeable staff, who work together in the best interests of children

- Opportunities to work with colleagues across our schools

- Investment in your development, through targeted CPD

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Hull Collaborative Academy Trust (HCAT)

Colleagues will benefit from being part of The Hull Collaborative Multi-Academy Trust (HCAT) where there are significant opportunities for further progression as well as generous employee benefits and favourable pay and conditions. As a member of HCAT we offer: - A chance to make a meaningful impact on young lives, helping pupils overcome challenges and reach their potential. - Daily opportunities to inspire, mentor, and guide children and young people. - A family-like atmosphere where staff, pupils, and families work together in a supportive community. - A shared purpose in shaping the future through learning and character development. - Access to generous pension schemes through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme. - Term-time only contracts available for many roles, supporting work-life balance, family life and reducing childcare needs. - Employee discounts on retail, leisure, and travel through trust partnerships. - A cycle to work scheme that promotes health and saves on commuting costs. - A confidential Employee Assistance Programme offering support for mental health, legal, and financial matters. - A dedicated wellbeing day to focus on personal rest and rejuvenation. - Mental Health Champions across the trust promoting a positive and inclusive culture. - Flexible working options depending on role and school needs. - An opportunity to be part of a collaborative trust and work alongside outstanding teachers and professionals. - The chance to work with staff who are passionate about helping every child become the best they can be. - Bespoke, high-quality professional development tailored to all career stages. - Opportunities to contribute to curriculum innovation and excellence across the trust

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SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

HCAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. As part of our safer recruitment procedures, online checks (including social media) may be carried out by the Trust, as part of our shortlisting process.