Vacancy Details
Vacancy Summary
The Family of Learning Trust
Beech Hill School , Mount Pleasant Avenue, Halifax, HX1 5TN
Dean Field School, Cousin Lane, Ovenden, Halifax, HX2 8DQ
At the Family of Learning Trust our commitment to our pupils is that we will attract, retain and develop excellent staff. Our ethos is a simple one: ‘Learning without Limits.’ We pride ourselves on having the highest expectations of all our children and staff, believing that there are no limits to what they can achieve. We put our teams at the heart of our vision and use their talents to achieve it. We are determined to continue to improve standards and outcomes across our schools. We are committed to providing a nurturing and secure environment for our pupils to learn and we are looking for equally committed staff to join our teams.
We have the following posts available at both our sites, Beech Hill School in Pellon and Dean Field School in Ovenden:
Support Assistants for SEND pupils with complex physical, speech, language and social interaction needs
Grade: Scale 2, NJC point 4.
Hours: 30 hours per week, 08:45 to 15:15 Monday to Friday, term time only
Actual salary: £13, 216 per annum
The posts: To provide support for pupils with complex support needs, incorporating delays in the areas of speech, language, communication and social interaction. In addition, some pupils have medical and mobility assistance needs.
Vacancy Information
Beech Hill School is an inclusive three form entry school where we believe that every child matters. There is a driving determination to ensure that pupils and adults in the school reach their full potential. At the heart of the school is our commitment to work in partnership with parents, carers and the local community to raise aspirations for all and to provide a high quality education for every child.
Dean Field School is vibrant one form entry primary school at the heart of the Ovenden community. At Dean Field expectations are high and there is a relentless focus on improving the quality of education to ensure each and every child is able to maximise their potential and have their life chances significantly enhanced. We are extremely proud of the fact that we are a school at the heart of the community. We believe strongly in a healthy partnership between the home and the school; which will unlock each child’s full potential. Our recent Ofsted rating of “Good” (April 2022) demonstrates this commitment and we are looking for likeminded colleagues to join our schools and Trust.
Experience working in a school, medical or care setting with children who have SEND needs, ideally supporting children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or children who have significant medical and mobility needs would be an advantage due to the variety of support required and the complex demand of the pupils’ needs. Previous knowledge of manual handling would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be given. The ability to implement strategies that enable pupils to expand their independent learning and social development is necessary. Applicants should be caring, patient, calm under pressure, resilient, able to use their initiative, have excellent team working skills and be enthusiastic about providing outstanding care and education for our pupils.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Relate well to children
- Are able to work as part of a team
- Are enthusiastic, caring and self-motivated
- Have a positive approach
- Can use their initiative
In return, we offer a benefit package that includes:
- Membership of Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contribution of approximately 16.4%
- An Employee Assistance Programme, offering support and access to resources to help you maintain a healthy work life balance
- Commitment to professional development for all staff recognised through our recent Investors in People awards
- Free refreshments available in the staff room
Our schools also offer you the opportunity to:
- Work in a friendly, caring and inclusive community where everyone is valued.
- Engage with enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
- Support teachers to deliver a rich and exciting curriculum, recognised through a range of curriculum awards.
- Work with an experienced, supportive and successful team who love to work collaboratively.
- Development that will support you on your chosen career path
For further information about our Trust and both schools including information about the post (job description and person specification) and the application form please visit our website: https://www.familyoflearningtrust.co.uk Alternatively please telephone the school offices, 01422 345004 for Beech Hill or 01422 258258 for Dean Field for an application pack.
Please note we do not accept CVs
Previous applicants need not apply
Closing date: Friday 9th September 2022 - 12 noon
The trustees of the Family of Learning Trust and the Governors of Beech Hill School and Dean Field School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS (formerly CRB) from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.