Educational & Skills Academy Assistants

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Education and Skills Academy Assistant will support the delivery and operational running of practical vocational learning within the Skills Academy, working under the direction of Skills Academy Coaches and GTCS-registered teaching staff.

The post holder will provide hands‑on support to young people on an individual and small group basis, enabling them to access and engage in practical learning across a range of vocational areas including plumbing, electrical, bicycle maintenance, painting and decorating, digital and life skills.

The role is focused on supporting engagement, reinforcing learning, promoting safe participation and developing confidence and independence, particularly for young people who may require additional support to succeed in practical learning environments.

• Support the delivery of practical workshop sessions planned by Skills Academy Coaches
• Work on a one‑to‑one and small group basis to support young people’s engagement and understanding
• Reinforce instructions, demonstrations and learning activities delivered by Coaches
• Support safe use of tools, materials and equipment under supervision
• Encourage positive behaviour, participation and effort in practical sessions
• Assist with preparation and organisation of workshop resources and materials
• Observe and record learner engagement, progress and practical skill development
• Support young people to build confidence, independence and employability skills
• Promote safe working practices and model appropriate behaviour
• Work collaboratively with Coaches, teachers and care staff to support young people’s needs

• Support the delivery of practical vocational sessions planned and led by skills coaches and GTCS registered teaching staff
• Work directly with young people to reinforce instructions, demonstrations and practical tasks
• Provide one‑to‑one and small group support to ensure learners remain engaged and on task
• Support young people with additional support needs, including social, emotional and behavioural needs
• Assist in adapting tasks and instructions to meet individual learner needs
• Support the preparation and organisation of tools, materials, workshop and classroom activities

• Support learners working towards SCQF and vocational qualifications delivered within the academy and school as required
• Reinforce learning and practical skill development as directed by coaches
• Help learners to complete tasks that contribute to portfolio and evidence gathering
• Encourage development of employability skills including communication, teamwork and resilience

• Build positive, supportive and professional relationships with young people
• Encourage confidence, motivation and resilience in all learning environments
• Promote positive behaviour and teamwork within workshop and school settings
• Support restorative and trauma‑informed approaches
• Work collaboratively with coaches, teachers, care staff and other professionals

• Assist with preparation and organisation of workshop and classroom materials, tools and equipment
• Support the maintenance of safe, organised and effective working environments
• Assist with all safe check procedures including tool inventory, equipment set‑up and end‑of‑session clear down
• Contribute to basic record keeping, including learner engagement and participation
• Support requisition management and resource organisation as directed

• Support safe working practices and movement including transitions across all environments
• Reinforce safety instructions and appropriate, safe use of tools and equipment
• Supervise young people to ensure safe behaviour during taught activities
• Contribute to a safe and supportive environment for all learners
• Support management of challenging behaviour
• Promote confidence, independence and wellbeing through structured support

• An understanding of the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Basic organisational and…