Extended School Support

Part of the Eastern Multi-Academy Trust

• Salary - £12.85 - £13.05 per hour
• Fixed Term until 31 August 2027
• Part Time  
• Between 1 and 12.5 hours per week 

The Opportunity 

We are looking for a motivated Extended School Support to provide wrap around care and join our dedicated team.

You will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the academy, contributing to an environment where every pupil can thrive. Whether in administration, operations, pastoral support or specialist services, your work will directly support our mission to deliver the best possible education. 

What you will need  

• English and Maths at GCSE A*-C (9-4) or equivalent. 
• Experience working with children. 
• Good communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• An understanding of and commitment to safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of pupils. 

About us  

At Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT), we believe that every child deserves an excellent education – and that starts with exceptional staff. 

At Glade Academy, we believe every child matters. Our dedicated staff work as a team to support pupils academically, socially, and emotionally, guided by our core values of Respect, Resilience, and Teamwork. We foster strong relationships with families and provide tailored support through initiatives like our Student and Family Support Team and Nurture Group. If you're passionate about inclusive education and want to be part of a caring, community-focused school, we’d love to welcome you to our team. 

What we will offer you  

At EMAT, you’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Trust that invests in its people and we offer all employees: 

• A leadership team who listens and acts on feedback. 
• High-quality CPD and clear career development pathways. 
• A highly trained team to support learning. 
• Wellbeing support, including access to employee assistance programmes. 
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities. 
• Being part of a Trust that values inclusion, diversity, and collaboration. 
• Peace of mind with some of the most generous pension schemes in the job market. 

How to apply 

For this vacancy, if you click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button, you will be redirected to our website to apply via our online application form. 

Closing date:    15 June 2026, 12 midnight 

Interview date:    To be confirmed 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, you may be required to undergo pre-employment checks. 

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.