Job Description

PLEASE NOTE: TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION, AN APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED - website www.olqp.org.uk or email n.barber@olqp.lancs.sch.uk

Grade 4, point 4-6, 24,404 - 25,183 (pro rata)
(

Actual salary 15,833 - 16,349

)

Required

1st September 2025

Contract

Permanent

28 hours 20 minutes per week, Term Time Only

Hours of Work

- 8.30am - 3:00pm Monday - Friday

(A degree of flexibility in working hours may occasionally be required

by negotiation between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5.30 p.m.)

Join Our Team as a Student Support Assistant in ASPIRE

Make a lasting difference in the lives of young people.

The Governors are seeking to appoint a passionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic Student Support Assistant to join our expanding ASPIRE Centre - a nurturing and dynamic environment designed to support students with a range of individual needs.

The ASPIRE currently supports 12 students, and we are excited to grow to 18 students by September 2025, with three small classes of just six students each. This structure allows for highly personalised learning and meaningful connections between staff and students.

As a Student Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in:

Supporting the education, personal growth, and social development of our students. Working with young people who have Special Educational Needs (SEN) or require assistance with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. Creating a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment where students can thrive. Collaborating with a skilled and compassionate team to deliver life-changing support and care. This is more than just a job - it is an opportunity to be part of a centre where your work has real impact, every single day. If you are someone who values inclusion, patience, and resilience, and you are driven by the chance to help students overcome barriers and reach their potential, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

Highly rewarding role with visible, positive impact Small-group environment for focused and meaningful support Supportive team culture and professional development opportunities Be part of an exciting phase of growth and innovation in student support
Application packs are available from the website or by emailing the HR Manager, Mrs N Barber, n.barber@olqp.lancs.sch.uk.

Closing date for applications:

9.00am on Friday 4th July 2025

Interviews: Tuesday 8th July 2025

DUTIES

Support for Students

Accompany the minibus driver in collecting and returning students to and from the ASPIRE Centre. Assist with the 'soft landing' process each morning, supporting students in a calm, welcoming start to the day and providing breakfast. Support students with social, emotional and mental health needs, including assistance with self-regulation strategies. Facilitate structured learning activities, supporting individuals or small groups to complete tasks effectively. Build positive, trusting relationships with students to encourage progress, engagement and attainment. Contribute to the development of individual student targets and support the ongoing monitoring and review of progress. Assist in delivering planned inclusion programmes, helping students integrate successfully into wider school life where appropriate. Support the development of key skills that underpin learning, including communication, independence and resilience. Where relevant training has been provided, assist with medical or care needs of individual students. Provide focused support to students with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or autism, helping them access the curriculum and thrive in the ASPIRE environment.

Support for the Teacher

Assist in the monitoring and recording of student progress and developmental needs to inform future planning and support. Contribute to the creation of tailored learning resources that support student engagement and understanding. Undertake routine administrative tasks within the classroom, including maintaining accurate records and documentation. Support the supervision of students and assist in the positive management of behaviour, following school policies and individual plans. Provide relevant information and observations to the class teacher to help in the planning and adaptation of learning programmes. Liaise with the school's designated attendance officer or nominated person regarding student absences. Support the organisation of off-site learning activities, including the coordination and administration of work experience placements. Provide general clerical and administrative support, such as collecting and recording payments (e.g. for trips or activities). Administer routine assessments, assist with exam invigilation and support basic marking of student work as directed. Assist with the supervision of students during educational visits or school trips, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Support for the School

Help provide a

purposeful, orderly and supportive learning environment,

conducive to student progress and well-being. Support the development of

positive relationships

with parent/carers and external agencies to enhance student support. Work in line with all

school policies, procedures and safeguarding protocols.

Attend relevant

staff training sessions, meetings and professional development opportunities

as required. Take responsibility for maintaining

health and safety standards,

ensuring the welfare of both students and colleagues. Liaise with the designated school contact regarding the

ordering of supplies and educational equipment

for the ASPIRE Centre. Where appropriate,

monitor and manage stock and resources,

maintain inventories and conduct audits within an agreed budget. Respect and uphold

confidentiality

concerningmatters related to students, families and school operations. Support, supervise, or contribute to the

training and development of colleagues,

when appropriate. Complete

first aid training

and undertake

first aid duties

as requested.

Support for the Curriculum

To be familiar with the content of the school curriculum. To assist the delivery of educational and developmental work programmes. To support the use of ICT in learning activities. Any other duties appropriate to the grade at the request of the Headteacher and SLT.
Note: Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task to be undertaken may not be identified and other duties, at no higher a responsibility level, may be interchanged with/added to this list at any time.

Equal opportunities

We are committed to achieving equal opportunities in the way we deliver services to the community and in our employment arrangements. We expect all employees to understand and promote this policy in their work.

Health and safety

All employees have a responsibility for their own health and safety and that of others when carrying out their duties and must help us to apply our general statement of health and safety policy.

Safeguarding Commitment

This school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

PLEASE NOTE THAT SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH ALL SCHOOL POLICIES.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,404.00-25,183.00 per year

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/07/2025