Academic Support Worker

The Sele School, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 2DG

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  19 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £22,233.00 - £25,271.00 Annually (Actual) H4-H5 Depending on experience (pro rota)

Academic Support Worker job summary

Fixed Term Contract- 1 year. 37 Hours per week

About the Role

We have an exciting new role at The Sele School. We are seeking to appoint three motivated and proactive Academic Support Workers to play a key role in raising standards across the school. This is a dynamic, student-facing role focused on supporting identified pupils to improve their engagement, confidence and academic progress.

Working closely with teaching staff and a wider support team, you will support students both in and out of the classroom during the school day —helping them access learning, staff focused and develop the skills needed to succeed in a positive and structured environment.

A key aspect of the role is providing targeted academic support that keeps students engaged and on task, helping to reduce barriers to learning and promote positive classroom behaviour through consistent guidance and encouragement.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about education, confident working with young people, and committed to making a real difference to students who need targeted support.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience of working with young people (ideally in a school or similar setting)
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships quickly
• Confidence in supporting student learning, engagement and independent working
• The ability to motivate students and help them remain focused and on task
• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to work across different contexts
• A commitment to inclusion and supporting all students to succeed academically and personally

At The Sele School, we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where both students and staff can thrive. You will be part of a dedicated team working collaboratively to make a real difference to young people’s lives. What can we offer you?

The chance to work in a positive, welcoming and forward-thinking community where evidence-based methods are seamlessly integrated into teaching and learning.

A dedicated staff who are enthusiastic and who want the best for students.

A CPD package which is tailored to suit your stage of career development.

Cycle to work scheme which is part of the school’s sustainability strategy.

If you wish to learn more about the school, please feel free to view the videos on our school website which can be found on the “About Us - School Vision and Ethos” page. We understand some may wish to see the school in action. If you wish to visit the school or meet on Teams, please contact the Head’s PA at hr@sele.herts.sch.uk. Applications must be made using the school application form (CVs, or applications made using any other format, will not be accepted) and should be emailed to the address above for the attention of Madeline Genovese, to be considered for interview. The Sele School community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all staff and volunteers are expected to demonstrate this commitment in all aspects of their work. Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection training. A full enhanced DBS check will be undertaken and references will be sought prior to appointment start date.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About The Sele School

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 396 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Sele School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-sele-school-hertford

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