Academic Support Assistant

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference EH - ACA-0105_1777628146
Closing date May 31, 2026
Location Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Academic Support Assistant

1:1 English & Literacy Support (Behaviour & Intervention Focus) 11-16 Secondary School - Middlesbrough Start Date: May Half Term Contract: Long‑term Temporary Pay: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

We are recruiting an Academic Support Assistant to deliver 1:1 English and Literacy support within an 11-16 secondary school in Middlesbrough, with a strong behaviour and intervention focus.

This long‑term temporary role is starting ASAP and is ideal for someone confident supporting students who may present with challenging behaviour, low engagement or barriers to learning, alongside literacy gaps.

The Role

As an Academic Support Assistant, you will:

  • Provide 1:1 English and literacy intervention across KS3 and KS4
  • Support pupils with reading, writing, spelling and comprehension
  • Work with students who may display challenging behaviour or disengagement
  • Deliver targeted literacy and catch‑up programmes
  • Support learners where English is not their first language (EAL)
  • Help students access learning by breaking tasks down clearly and calmly
  • Reinforce positive behaviour, routines and expectations
  • Work closely with English teachers, SEND and pastoral teams
  • Build confidence, resilience and positive learning behaviours

    • We're Looking For:

  • Experience supporting secondary‑aged pupils with English and literacy
  • Experience working with learners with behavioural needs or intervention support
  • Experience supporting students where English is an additional language (highly desirable)
  • Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
  • Background in schools, alternative provision, tutoring, EAL or SEN settings welcomed
  • Availability to start May Half Term

    • Safeguarding:

  • An enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required (we can support if needed)
  • If not currently on the Update Service, full support can be provided to obtain one

    • Apply today or contact Ed Hyland at ehyland@veritas-education.com discuss this role or similar Academic Support opportunities in Middlesbrough.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

    Apply now