Student Engagement Assistant

IKB Academy, Bristol, BS31 1SP

27 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  30 March 2026

• Closing date

  26 April 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  30 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Grade 3 / £25,583 - £25,989

Student Engagement Assistant job summary

IKB Academy and Wellsway School are seeking a motivated, organised and positive minded Student Engagement Assistant to join our Pastoral Team. This is an exciting opportunity to build relationships with young people to support them, engage with school life and support available, flourish and reach their true potential. You’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious team who are committed to helping every child reach their full potential. You’ll join colleagues who work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where staff and pupils thrive together.

About IKB Academy and Wellsway School

At IKB Academy and Wellsway School we take pride in cultivating curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Our staff work collaboratively to provide engaging learning experiences, supported by excellent facilities and a strong sense of community.

IKB Academy and Wellsway School is proud to be part of Futura Learning Partnership, a trust dedicated to building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Brings energy, commitment and problem solving to their work

• Builds positive relationships with young people and works well in a team

• Has experience or desire to work with young people

• Shares our belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities

Our Culture and Offer

We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At IKB Academy and Wellsway School you’ll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.

All colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.

How to Apply

To apply and find out more, please click the apply button:

Closing date: 11:59pm on Sunday 26th April

Interviews: soon after

Role information: Monday – Friday, 8.30 – 1.30pm, term time only, plus 2 inset days.

PLEASE NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.

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 IKB Academy

• School type: Free School, ages 14 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 135 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 14 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: IKB Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ikb-academy

We are an inclusive state academy catering for the individual needs of all of our students with an intentionally small intake, where professional relationships can really make a difference to nurture as well as challenge. We value the contribution made by all of our students and seek to create an atmosphere of trust and positivity where we can all enjoy and achieve great things together.

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