Graduate Assistant

King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy is a mixed 11–18 academy serving a vibrant and diverse community. Judged to be Good by Ofsted (February 2023), we are proud of our committed staff and aspirational pupils. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious graduate who might be considering a career in education to gain valuable experience by joining our fantastic inclusion team. As a non-teaching role, you will be responsible for supporting pupils who are at the early stage of learning English to help them engage with learning and secure good progress. The successful candidate will: Be highly motivated and enthusiastic Have high expectations of students and what they can achieve Have an understanding of strategies which address barriers to learning Be a committed team player We can offer you: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme A modern, well-resourced environment Supportive, enthusiastic and committed colleagues Access to a range of CPD and training tailored to your needs About the Academy Trust The King Edward VI Foundation, Birmingham, is a progressive charitable organisation which has supported excellence in education across the City since 1552. Our schools are diverse in nature but have a common purpose and commitment to achieving our mission of “making Birmingham the best place to be educated in the UK”. Our Academy Trust currently consists of two independent schools, six selective academies, and five non-selective academies. Our recent expansion into a wider diversity of local communities is enabling us to accelerate our strategies for improving the life chances of young people in Birmingham, whatever their background. The King Edward VI Academy Trust (“the Academy Trust") was established in 2017 and is made up of the academies outlined above. The academies receive back-office central support services, including governance, from the Foundation Office (a central support services function), with several staff being seconded from the Foundati