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What skills and experience we're looking for

Academy:Outwood Academy Bydales

Start Date:January 2025

Actual Salary:£18,376 - £19,229 Grade 5 Scale Point 9-11 (£26,409 - £27,269)

Working Pattern:30 hours per week, Term Time Only + 5 PD Days

About the School:

Outwood Academy Bydales is an 11-16 school located in the beautiful coastal village of Marske-by-the-Sea, close to the North York Moors National Park and with spectacular views of the coastline. We are extremely proud of our tradition of serving the families of the community of Marske and surrounding areas. This was recognised in our recent ungraded Ofsted Inspection which stated “This is a school at the heart of its community”, and “This is a calm and orderly school”. Following this inspection we remain an Outstanding School, and the report rightly celebrated our many strengths.

About the role:

At Outwood Grange Academies Trust we are a family of schools that strive to raise standards and transform lives. Outwood Academy Bydales is excited to offer this opportunity to work as an Advanced Teaching Assistant. The successful applicant will provide classroom support and out of class support to our amazing children, timetabled and planned by our inclusion department. You will be empowered with the knowledge to support the learning of our well rounded children. We are looking for an individual who has high aspirations for children, committed and passionate about learning; who has the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our children and share our goal of ‘Students First’.

The role of an Advanced Teaching Assistant across our Academy is to promote the learning and welfare of children by providing practical and learning support to children, including those with Education Health Care Plans, under the direction of the class teacher SENDCo or the extended inclusion team. Outwood Grange Academies Trust provides a high-quality learning and cultural environment that inspires and motivates children. Whether you are ambitious for progression, or determined to be an outstanding member of our support team, Outwood Academy Bydales is the place for you.

What the school offers its staff

What will we do for you?

The Academy benefits from being part of the Outwood Family of Schools and you will be joining a highly innovative, inspirational and ambitious organisation. The Trust guarantees every member of staff CPD and development opportunities.

• A competitive salary with pay progression
• A fantastic pension and additional benefits
• Flexible family friendly policies from day one
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme
• Our Workload Charter with guaranteed CPD every week and much more (for teaching roles)

Commitment to safeguarding

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications and training

• GCSE Grade C in English and maths

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification or Equivalent

Experience

• Experience of working with young people and children, including those with special educational needs

• RWI trained or knowledge of phonics

Skills and knowledge

• Has an awareness of pupils with special educational needs

• Basic understanding of child development and learning

• Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities

• Ability to relate well to children and adults

• Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities

• Can maintain trust and confidentiality where appropriate

• Experience in Early Years Setting

Personal qualities

• Flexible

• Honest and reliable

• Calm under pressure

• Patient

• Empathetic with young people

• Team player

• High personal and professional standards

What the school offers its staff

1. RELATIONSHIPS

Totley Primary School is a warm and welcoming place. Positive relationships abound and are absolutely central to the school’sethos.

2. CURRICULUM

The school has developed an ambitious, rich and vibrant curriculum, which builds a strong understanding of key knowledgeand the development of a breadth of skills.

3. READING

Reading holds a fundamental place in our ethos. Starting from the Foundation Stage, children engage in daily phonics lessons,promoting fluent reading skills. Our school's culture fosters a genuine love for reading, evident in the enthusiasm our children

show for it.

4. GREAT BEHAVIOUR

Children's behaviour and attitudes are a strength because caring relationships, coupled with a culture of mutual trust betweenschool staff and pupils, have cultivated a harmonious, positive, and respectful school environment. There is an expectation ofhigh standards from all and for all.

5. WIDER DEVELOPMENT

Children’s wider development and well-being are prioritised exceptionally well so that children grow into well-balanced andhappy citizens, with robust moral values. They are champions of equalities, tolerance and respect and have a strong sense ofbelonging within both the local community and wider society.

6. OUTSTANDING SCHOOL

Regardless of their starting points or potential barriers such as SEND or socio-economic disadvantage, children get off to agreat start and make strong progress throughout their time at Totley Primary. They leave fully prepared for secondary school inevery way, including having achieved high academic standards.

7. CULTURE

The school provides an exceptional standard of education for its children and the community, which has grown increasinglydiverse as the school has expanded. A strong culture of growth and succession planning has secured a dynamic and highlyeffective leadership team, which has flourished as the school has grown.

Commitment to safeguarding

Mercia Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. If you are shortlisted, your suitability to work with children will be explored, and this will include disclosing convictions. The information you disclose may be discussed with you during the interview.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Teaching Assistant Level 2

FET Grade D – FTE -£24,119-£26,095 - Actual £18,473-£19,986 Plus SEN Allowance

Location - Hallmoor School, 50 Scholars Gate, Kitts Green, Birmingham, B33 0DL

Hours - 32.5 Hours per week - Term Time Only

Start Date - ASAP

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join Hallmoor School, part of The Forward Education Trust.

The Trust was established in 2017 and is a rapidly growing Multi Academy Trust serving special schools across the West Midland area.

Hallmoor School caters for the needs of an increasingly diverse pupil population with a wide range of educational difficulties, ranging from moderate, severe, and complex needs. Some pupils also present with communication, physical, sensory, behavioural, or autistic difficulties requiring additional adult support and specialist intervention.

Forward Education Trust is committed to providing continuous professional development for all staff and encourage a supportive, motivating, and engaging working environment in all of our Schools.

All applicants must be qualified to NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent and be able to evidence this.

What the school offers its staff

What we can offer you:

• Teacher Pension or Support Staff Local Government Pension – Employer Contribution
• FET HUB – information all in one place, access to a range of benefits
• Paid for Health Cash Plan – employee and dependent children benefit – option to add partner
• Employee Questionnaire – Consultation with staff on a range of issues and ideas
• Salary sacrifice scheme – Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to the NHS approved Thrive App – to support mental health & well-being
• Comprehensive induction and probation support and an ongoing performance management & appraisal system
• Easy purchase scheme (salary deduction) – Smart Tech in association with Currys
• Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme – free, totally confidential advice, with face-to-face consultations
• Personal & professional learning & development – including FLICK online learning and other resources
• Access to discounts and offers from Reward Gateway and MyPerks
• Occupational Health Service – accessible to support the needs of individual staff
• Staff recognition – e-cards to celebrate success among colleagues
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Policies being developed to support positive health & well-being: Family Friendly Working, Special Leave of Absence, Flexible Working, Menopause
• Staff recognition – awards throughout the year, in line with Trust behaviours and values
• A commitment to develop new ideas to show we really value what you do for our children

Further details about the role

The Trust may review applications upon receipt and may call applicants for interview prior to the advert closing date. Therefore, you are encouraged to make an early application for this role and we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date.

Please note that only fully completed Forward Education Trust Application forms will be accepted; we will not read accompanying Curriculum Vitae (CV) or accept them in place of an application form.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, creative and visionary Leader of Learning for Personal Development/PSCE/RSHE (Personal, Social and Citizenship Education/Relationships, Sex and Health Education) to join us in April 2025. The role provides an excellent opportunity for an outstanding and dynamic leader to drive significant improvement in the curriculum and across the whole-school community. We are looking for a dynamic, evidence-informed, creative and strategic thinker, who will embrace the opportunity to work collaboratively to embed sustainable school improvement across both of our school sites. The successful candidate will have the autonomy and freedom to shape the Personal Development/PSCE/RHSE curriculum and its role in the wider extra-curricular life of the school as well as through assemblies and the tutoring programme. They will find a staff and student body who readily embrace change for the better and will work collaboratively with an established leadership team to lead their vision.

The position requires someone with leadership experience, who can inspire others and help us deliver our vision.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• The energy, ambition, drive and resilience to make a tangible difference as a Leader of Learning in a large and ambitious school.
• The integrity, moral purpose, presence and emotional intelligence necessary to inspire confidence in staff, students and parents/carers.
• An absolute commitment to evidence-informed practice, inclusion and social justice to support the best possible outcomes for all students, but our disadvantaged and most vulnerable students in particular.

What the school offers its staff

Our students have an extremely positive attitude towards their learning, enjoy school and feel valued and well cared for. We promote a collaborative culture with a strong commitment to the professional development of our staff. We are also working towards the aim of being an anti-discrimination school.

Commitment to safeguarding

Imberhorne is committed to safeguarding children and all posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a well-qualified and enthusiastic science graduate to grow and enhance our large and successful science team.

The science department is a highly successful one, making a significant contribution to EBacc progress scores that are consistently significantly above the national average. In 2023 (lates validated data), KS4 science value added was significantly above national and in the top 28% of all schools. Attainment across all courses in KS5 is also strong, with Biology A level in the top 20% of all schools.

We would expect the successful candidate to teach all science disciplines at Key Stage 3 and in Key Stage 4 Combined Science and their specialist subject in KS4 Triple Science. We offer the full range of science courses in the sixth form and therefore applicants should have the ability to teach A level or BTEC level 3 Applied Science at Key Stage 5. We also offer GCSE and A level Psychology within the Science department.

The successful candidate will work closely with the leadership team of department to lead on the following areas:

• Quality assuring schemes of work and resources to ensure that the needs of all students are catered for, and that school and team improvement priorities are fully implemented and evaluated for impact, making recommendations for improvement where required
• Quality assuring teaching and learning
• Developing and delivering training to staff to develop subject knowledge and pedagogical subject knowledge
• Working in collaboration with other departments to share outstanding practice
• Engaging with and disseminating current educational research


The successful candidate will be an inspirational professional with:

• A track record of good to exceptional teaching.
• A track record of good attainment and progress in KS3, KS4 and/ or KS5 students
• An eagerness to learn and develop their leadership skills and behaviours
• A vision and passion for growth and development of colleagues at all levels
• The skills to effectively lead and manage
• A relentless commitment to outstanding support for youngsters
• A driving ambition to make a difference to every child at Swanshurst

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

What the school offers its staff

Swanshurst is a large, outstanding school for girls aged 11-19 years. We offer excellent support and CPD for staff at all stages of their career. Ofsted (May 2024) described our school to be “an exceptional place for pupils to learn”. They described the curriculum as “exemplary” andone which "explodes into life in the classroom". In relation to staff wellbeing, they noted that “The school is conscious of staff workload and well-being and is committed to achieving excellence in a sustainable way.”. We are exceptionally proud to have been judged ‘Outstanding’ in two consecutive inspections. We are exceptionally proud to have been judged ‘Outstanding’ in two consecutive inspections. Our Ofsted report can be found here

The school is currently working with two local high-performing secondary schools to form a new Multi-Academy Trust. West Midlands Academy Trust (WMAT) is expected to ‘open’ in January 2025. As one of the three founding members, the school has been integral to forming the Trust’s mission:

• Relentless focus upon delivering an excellent Quality of Education, resulting in strong progress and attainment for all groups of pupils.
• Emphasis upon personal development and well-being for staff and pupils.

Hall Green School, Swanshurst School and Kings Norton Girls’ School are excited to be the founding schools of WMAT and looking forward to achieving more together.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for:

• someone with the ability to provide consistent professional standards regarding work and behaviour
• a colleague who is able to provide administrative and technical support to subject departments and the Cover Manager
• provide examination supervision and accompany school trips, as necessary
• someone who has the presence to maintain a productive classroom environment and keep students on task

What the school offers its staff

In return for your commitment we can offer:

• the opportunity to make a real difference
• students with ‘highly positive attitudes to learning’
• Personalised CPD with a strong commitment to professional growth and developing individual career paths
• a commitment to mobile technologies
• a very calm and orderly school with high expectations and an ethos of trust and care
• a committed and established staff and a supportive leadership team, parents and Governors

• a location on the edge of Ilkley Moor in beautiful Wharfedale which has recently been judged to be the best place to live in the country

• good transport links to Leeds and Bradford

Commitment to safeguarding

Ilkley Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people in our recruitment procedures and in all our work across and beyond school. The school adheres to statutory guidelines in respect to safe recruitment. All persons employed by the school, in any capacity, will undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and confirmation of employment is subject to a successful outcome. All teaching staff members recruited by the school have their eligibility to teach checked with the DfE.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a Curriculum Leader who:

• Has the highest expectations of teaching and learning

• Is passionate about RE

• Is a practising Catholic and supportive of the school’s Catholic ethos

• Is creative and can inspire both inside the classroom and out

• Has the desire and ability to help children of all abilities and backgrounds reach the highest levels of attainment and progress

What the school offers its staff

We will offer you:

• A wonderful, vibrant staff family

• A supportive and hard-working department and leadership team

• An ongoing CPD programme, tailored to individual requirements

• Benefits and opportunities through St Francis CMAT

• A calm, well-disciplined learning environment

• An opportunity to contribute to School Direct

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Please see full candidate pack for full job details.

What the school offers its staff

Redhill offers:

• An outstanding opportunity for a committed teacher to join an established and well-resourced English Department
• Outstanding leadership and teaching
• An opportunity to experience excellence
• A culture of engagement, challenge and support
• Exceptional pupils and staff
• Opportunities for continued professional development
• Strong staff wellbeing

Further details about the role

Please see the full candidate pack for details on visiting the school and how to apply.

https://www.redhill.dudley.sch.uk/career-opportunities

Commitment to safeguarding

Stour Vale Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will carry out pre-appointment checks including DBS and will disqualify any applicant where we consider the outcomes to be unsatisfactory. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. We are equally committed to ensuring that no applicant will be disadvantaged or discriminated against because of their protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional teacher of Computing/Business Studies who is fully aligned to our Trust Vision, Values and Behaviours and the Academy Key Drivers. A genuine passion for Computing/Business Studies and a strong commitment to developing young people to achieve their potential is essential. We would also welcome applications from Newly Qualified Teachers who meet the ‘Essential’ criteria set out in the Person Specification and experienced teachers looking to continue their career in a supportive faculty.

A visit to the Academy, so you can meet the Principal and key Middle and Senior Leaders is warmly encouraged, to enable you to discuss the post in more detail.

The successful candidate will:

• be fully aligned to the Trust Vision, Values and Behaviours and the Academy Key Drivers;• an enthusiastic, well qualified teacher able to teach Computing/Business Studies across the age and ability range;• be a driven, proactive and positive individual with an unwavering commitment to continuously improving;• a reflective practitioner with a strong commitment to effective Teaching and Learning;• have a track record of delivering clear impact with their classes;• have the ability to deliver consistent, high quality teaching and learning;• bring an unwavering commitment to promoting the highest standards of teaching and learning;• have a true growth mindset and solid work ethic;• have the knowledge and experience of the context in which Maltby Academy operates.

Maltby Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found atwww.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

For further information please contact: Lucy Turner on lturner@maltbylearningtrust.com.

What the school offers its staff

In return we will offer:

• a Trust and Academy staff body that is fully aligned to deliver our Vision: Delivering exceptional learning experiences that enable all students to thrive in a competitive world and lead successful and fulfilling lives;• modern, purpose-built learning spaces, which inspire exceptional teaching and learning;• excellent career development opportunities and access to a comprehensive programme of personalised ‘Professional Learning and Development’ (PLD);• an excellent induction programme with dynamic, driven and supportive staff, including mentoring and support from an experienced leadership team.

Benefits: Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and CPD

Commitment to safeguarding

Maltby Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following;

• Qualified Teacher Status
• The ability to motivate pupils and achieve excellent results
• Excellent organisational and ICT skills
• Good subject knowledge
• The capacity to work collaboratively as part of a team
• An enthusiasm for Religion & Worldviews and the ability to share this with young people to promote understanding & tolerance

Applications will be considered from candidates with all levels of experience.

If you are passionate about learning, determined to build relationships with young people, committed to working with the full range of pupils' needs and talents, and keen to work in a forward-looking school that will support you in your professional development, The Forest School would like to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

The Forest School is a successful and friendly 11-16 School, committed to achieving high standards and to developing the potential of all our students and staff. It is an exciting time in the history of the school as from September ‘21 the school had its first co-educational intake and now 40% of our year 7 students are girls. We have been significantly oversubscribed for September ’24. There is huge investment being put into the school with redevelopment throughout, including a new all-weather pitch and new performing arts building. We are seeking to appoint an exceptional teacher of Religion & Worldviews to join our highly successful Humanities team. You will be joining an enthusiastic team who are always looking for ways to innovate and excite students about this increasingly relevant albeit underestimated addition to students education.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Learning Support Assistant

Starting Salary £20,377.45 – £21,394.13 (FTE £23,691 -£24,873)

Salary ranges dependent on level of relevant qualification held

Start Date:January 2025

37 Hours | Term Time Only | Monday to Friday

Bloxwich Academy – Leamore Lane, Bloxwich WS2 7NR

The role:

AtBloxwich Academy, we want the best for every single child and ourLearning Support Assistantsare vital in achieving this. There should be no barriers to learning and strong Learning Support Assistants will help young people be successful in school while preparing them for success in their future careers. The successful candidate will work under the instruction and guidance of teachers and leadership to undertake work, care and support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.

About you:

The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, supportive and compassionate individual committed to assisting our pupils and providing a positive learning environment.

Skillset will include:

• Having excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build a rapport with our SEN pupils;

• Adequate level of literacy and numeracy (GCSE grade C or Equivalent in English & Maths);

• Holding either a relevant qualification or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience;

• Having a basic understanding of child development and learning.

Please see job description for full list of skills, duties and responsibilities.

What the school offers its staff

About us:

At Bloxwich Academy, we expect everyone to ‘be the best they can be’. It is our strong belief that embedding high standards of behaviour with excellent teaching practices, leads to the best educational outcomes. The successful candidate will have access to excellent professional development opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Matrix Academy Trust.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

To apply, please complete our application form available below and send to the HR Director Molly Thomason MThomason@matrixacademytrust.co.uk

Application Deadline: 29th November2024

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding Notice: Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and preemployment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications and training

• GCSE Grade C in English and maths

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification or Equivalent

Experience

• Experience of working with young people and children, including those with special educational needs

• RWI trained or knowledge of phonics

Skills and knowledge

• Has an awareness of pupils with special educational needs

• Basic understanding of child development and learning

• Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities

• Ability to relate well to children and adults

• Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities

• Can maintain trust and confidentiality where appropriate

• Experience in Early Years Setting

Personal qualities

• Flexible

• Honest and reliable

• Calm under pressure

• Patient

• Empathetic with young people

• Team player

• High personal and professional standards

What the school offers its staff

UNIQUENESS

Woodlands is distinguished from other schools by its unique, warm, and welcoming atmosphere where everyone is treatedfairly and with respect.

COMMUNITY

Staff members, many of whom have dedicated 17 years to Woodlands, view the institution as an extended family, indicating astrong sense of community within the school.

INCLUSIVITY

Staff members appreciate working at Woodlands primarily for the team's emphasis on inclusion and meeting the needs ofevery child, reflecting a commitment to inclusivity.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Woodlands Primary School offers a wide array of professional opportunities with a clear focus on continuous professionaldevelopment and growth. The leadership team is noted for their exceptional support and investment in staff.

UNITY

The staff at Woodlands are described as resilient, professional, hardworking, and supportive of each other, fostering a sense ofunity and camaraderie within the school community.

FORWARD THINKING

Woodlands and its associated trust are recognized for their forward-thinking approach, being outward-facing, research-led,and collaborative in their endeavours.

TEAMWORK

Collaboration among staff at Woodlands goes beyond mere cooperation, reflecting true camaraderie and a sharedcommitment to supporting one another to create an environment where every child's needs are met.

WORKLOAD

The manageable workload at Woodlands enables staff to deliver their best while maintaining a healthy work-life balance,contributing to a positive working environment.

COLLABORATION

The Mercia Learning Trust is praised for its commitment to supporting staff and providing valuable opportunities forcollaboration with practitioners across its network of schools.

CHALLENGE

Staff members at Woodlands find fulfilment in the daily challenges presented by their roles, particularly in the enthusiasmdisplayed by the students, highlighting the rewarding nature of their work.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

For further information about the skills and experience required for the role please follow the link to our recruitment website.

What the school offers its staff

For further information about the school and benefits available for the role please follow the link to our recruitment website.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Roles: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Numeracy

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Literacy

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Grade 8 + Crawley allowance (Actual salry £26703)

Hours: Full time - Term time only – 37 hours per week + INSET

Monday – Thursday 8:30am to 4:30pm Friday 8:30 – 4:00pm.

Hours are negotiable for the right candidate

Closes: 9.00am Tuesday 12th November 2024

Interview Date: November 2024

Are you interested in making a fundamental difference to the life chances of the young people within our community?

Following our successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 we are investing and developing our pastoral structure to further enhance our student-centred provision:

“This highly inclusive school has a strong sense of community…relationships are very positive because staff take the time to get to know their pupils well. Pupils feel safe and cared for” (Ofsted 2023)

This investment includes the development of exciting career paths and opportunities for dynamic, ambitious people that would like a career in education supporting those students in our community that require additional or an alternative pathway to their learning. We are committed to keeping students in mainstream education:

“Pupils with special educational needs/and disabilities follow the same curriculum as their peers” (Ofsted 2023)

We aim to build incredible futures by empowering neurodiverse students to be happy and make their own way in the world.

We are looking for people with a genuine passion for supporting students in an inclusive and nurturing setting to support small groups and teach students with social, emotional and mental health needs and associated behaviours with in our inclusion and SEN team as part of our wider pastoral development.

Please see the job description and person specification for further information.

The closing date is a guide only. We intend to review applications as they are received and call those shortlisted for immediate interview. An early application is advised, as once we have appointed, we will close the recruitment process

No Agencies

Applicants should evidence how they meet the requirements of the Job Description/Person Specification and must be willing to undertake all relevant training required to meet the various needs of our students.

The preferred method of communication in connection with this vacancy is by email. This is how invitations to interview will be sent. Please ensure that you check your emails and junk or spam folders on a regular basis.

Application forms and details about the post are attached. Please visit the school website for additional information. (http://www.holytrinitycrawley.org.uk). All enquiries and completed applications should be sent to HR (hr@holytrinitycrawley.org.uk) by the closing date.

The Holy Trinity Church of England Secondary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we cooperate with other agencies and initiatives at local and national level. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful job applicant will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring service check at an enhanced level, in line with all schools across West Sussex. Disclosures include details of cautions, reprimands or final warning as well as convictions, spent or unspent.

What the school offers its staff

Roles: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Numeracy

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Literacy

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Grade 8 + Crawley allowance

Hours: Full time - Term time only – 37 hours per week + INSET

Monday – Thursday 8:30am to 4:30pm Friday 8:30 – 4:00pm.

Hours are negotiable for the right candidate

Are you interested in making a fundamental difference to the life chances of the young people within our community?

Following our successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 we are investing and developing our pastoral structure to further enhance our student-centred provision:

“This highly inclusive school has a strong sense of community…relationships are very positive because staff take the time to get to know their pupils well. Pupils feel safe and cared for” (Ofsted 2023)

This investment includes the development of exciting career paths and opportunities for dynamic, ambitious people that would like a career in education supporting those students in our community that require additional or an alternative pathway to their learning. We are committed to keeping students in mainstream education:

“Pupils with special educational needs/and disabilities follow the same curriculum as their peers” (Ofsted 2023)

We aim to build incredible futures by empowering neurodiverse students to be happy and make their own way in the world.

We are looking for people with a genuine passion for supporting students in an inclusive and nurturing setting to support small groups and teach students with social, emotional and mental health needs and associated behaviours with in our inclusion and SEN team as part of our wider pastoral development.

Please see the job description and person specification for further information.

The closing date is a guide only. We intend to review applications as they are received and call those shortlisted for immediate interview. An early application is advised, as once we have appointed, we will close the recruitment process

No Agencies

Applicants should evidence how they meet the requirements of the Job Description/Person Specification and must be willing to undertake all relevant training required to meet the various needs of our students.

The preferred method of communication in connection with this vacancy is by email. This is how invitations to interview will be sent. Please ensure that you check your emails and junk or spam folders on a regular basis.

Application forms and details about the post are attached. Please visit the school website for additional information. (http://www.holytrinitycrawley.org.uk). All enquiries and completed applications should be sent to HR (hr@holytrinitycrawley.org.uk) by the closing date.

The Holy Trinity Church of England Secondary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we cooperate with other agencies and initiatives at local and national level. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful job applicant will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring service check at an enhanced level, in line with all schools across West Sussex. Disclosures include details of cautions, reprimands or final warning as well as convictions, spent or unspent.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to recruit a Cover Supervisor who will work throughout school, under the direction of the Assistant Headteachers, to take responsibility for groups or classes of students in the short-term absence of their usual teacher - to deliver good teaching and learning.

We want an enthusiastic individual to work as a team member across the academy, who will support the learning, progress and welfare of all students to help them achieve their personal best.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Maths and English GCSE to grade C or equivalent.
• NVQ 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualifications or experience.
• Considerable experience of working within an Academy or equivalent including experience of working as a Teaching Assistant.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to coach and persuade.
• Ability to work on own initiative and be able to respond independently to unexpected problems.

Key Outputs:

1. Undertake short term cover in the absence of the class teacher, administering pre-planned activities to whole classes whilst maintaining the high quality of learning and behaviour;

2. Supervising work that has been set in accordance with school policy;

3. Managing the behaviour of students to ensure a constructive environment whilst undertaking work;

4. Student registration of a class;

5. To provide information via CPOM’s of incidents or occurrences to teachers & senior staff.

6. Liaise with staff and Senior Leaders to ensure work is appropriately set and delivered;

7. Provide objective and accurate feedback to the teacher on student achievement, progress and other matters within the lesson (ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence when relevant);

8. Deal with any immediate problems or emergencies in accordance with the academy’s polices and procedures;

9. Provide feedback to teachers/Heads of Year/Mentors regarding the behaviour of students in the classroom as deemed necessary;

10. Plan, prepare and utilise a bank of resources using current academy resources in the rare event, lesson plans have not been provided;

11. Support the work of classroom teachers when not deployed directly covering a class;

12. Complete admin tasks as may be required when cover is light, which may include supporting the work of ETAs, supporting departments to help with display work, invigilation support, help with the support of individual students including those with SEN needs etc;

13. To accompany students on trips, visits and other educational activities;

14. Attend training sessions, staff meetings and any department meetings as required;

15. Contribute to and uphold the vision and ethos of the academy;

16. Recognise own strengths and areas of expertise and use these to advise and support others;

17. Promote team work within the team, working in partnership to ensure effective working relations;

18. Treat all users of the academy with courtesy and consideration;

19. Be aware and comply with all academy policies at all times. As part of your wider duties and responsibilities you are required to promote and actively support the school’s responsibilities towards safeguarding. Safeguarding is about keeping people safe and protecting people from harm, neglect, abuse and injury and creating safe places, being vigilant and responding to concerns.

The duties and responsibilities highlighted in this job specification are indicative and may vary over time. Postholders are expected to undertake other duties and responsibilities relevant to the nature, level and scope of the post and the grade has been established on this basis.

Essential Criteria:

• Maths and English GCSE to grade C or equivalent.
• NVQ 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualifications or experience.
• Considerable experience of working within an Academy or equivalent including experience of working as a Teaching Assistant.
• High levels of numeracy and literacy.
• The jobholder must be able to react to situations/instances occurring in the classroom, able to “think on their feet”.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to coach and persuade.
• Significant emotional resilience is required to ensure student learning is maintained in accordance with the curriculum and academy expectations.
• Ability to work on own initiative and be able to respond independently to unexpected problems.
• Knowledge and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the health, safety and welfare of young people.
• An interest in educational issues and a belief that everyone can benefit from, and has entitlement to, high quality educational opportunities.
• A genuine belief in our philosophy of Valuing People – Supporting Personal Best.

Desirable Criteria:

• Knowledge of strategies to support students in the classroom with challenging behaviour.

What the school offers its staff

Why apply to join SHARE Multi Academy Trust?

There are many reasons why you will enjoy working for the trust. You will be surrounded by supportive people, working together with a common goal for all of our students, aiming to value and support all colleagues in order to help them achieve their personal best.

If you decide to join us, we will ensure you have what you need to make a positive difference in your education role. We will seek out your ideas and ask for your opinions regularly using staff voice.

Our CPD commitment is second to none and the training and developmental opportunities on offer will empower you to make improvements in all aspects of your role. The training you receive will help you fulfil your potential whatever your stage of career.

For teachers and leaders, we offer fast tracked, first class developmental opportunities led by one of our academies, Shelley College, which is the Teaching School Hub for Kirklees and Calderdale: -

• National Professional Qualifications (NPQs), which underpin our structured training programmes (we offer all the qualifications);
• Lead practitioner positions for colleagues who want to remain classroom- based but lead on curriculum development or training and coaching;
• Mentor / facilitator training and experience which give experienced colleagues the opportunity to develop through mentoring initial teacher trainees, early career teachers or NPQ candidates – right up to NPQEL facilitators;
• Trainee senior leadership positions, which build on our middle leadership programmes. This training includes short placements in other schools and a substantial improvement project under the guidance of an experienced leader.

All our academies have comprehensive professional development programmes for support staff. We support colleagues in their role by offering regular training, coaching and mentoring using the latest evidence-based research. Our trust collaboration draws on best practice to share the expertise available. Our support staff meet with colleagues across the trust every September to share ideas and resources.

With regard reward and recognition, we recognise and appreciate our staff as our most valuable asset, we recognise the work they do and celebrate their successes.

We offer a wide range of benefits including: -

• Employee assistance programmes catering for the individual wellbeing needs of staff;
• Wellbeing champions and designated wellbeing resources for staff;
• Flexible working opportunities (where practical);
• Occupational sick pay, maternity, paternity, adoption & shared parental leave;
• Competitive pension schemes with the opportunity for shared cost AVCs;
• Money saving ‘salary sacrifice’ cycle scheme and tech scheme.

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.