Nurture Lead

Vacancy Summary

Do you like to make a difference?

Would you like to be part of our small, caring Laycock family?

We are looking for a Nurture Lead who has experience in a similar role and can take on safeguarding responsibilities.

There is also the potential for additional hours as a Lunchtime Supervisor.

Vacancy Information

Laycock Primary School is a half-form entry Primary School on the outskirts of Keighley.

The main objectives of the post are:

• To use a nurture approach to ensure all children can access their learning;
• To champion the principle of nurture provision and practice throughout school;
• To develop strong working partnerships with parents;
• To run the School Council and an After School Club;
• To provide 1:1 and small group support to ensure pupil needs are met;
• To be the school’s named Mental Health Champion and to be a Designated Safeguarding Lead for the School.

We are looking for candidates who have:

• A passion for working with children and can demonstrate an awareness of emotional well-being and empathy for children with barriers to learning;
• A nurturing approach and at least 2 years experience in a similar role;
• Enthusiasm, patience and strong communication skills – GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics essential;
• Designated Safeguarding Lead training (or prepared to undertake this training and role)

PRIME OBJECTIVES OF THE POST:

• To develop and maintain effective and supportive relationships with pupils and those engaged with them by removing barriers to learning in order to promote effective participation, enhance individual learning, raise aspirations and achieve their potential.
• To work within an extended range of networks and partnerships to broker support and learning opportunities and improve the quality of services to pupils both within and outside of school.

SUPPORT FOR PUPILS:

• Demonstrate nurturing principles towards all pupils.
• Provide pastoral support to pupils.
• Receive and supervise pupils not working to a normal timetable.
• Attend to pupil’s personal needs and provide advice to assist in their social, health and hygiene development.
• Participate in comprehensive assessment of pupils to determine those in need of particular help.
• Assist the teacher with the development and implementation of individual Education / Behaviour / Support / Mentoring plans.
• Support provision for pupils with additional needs.
• Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a positive role model.
• Develop 1:1 group work and mentoring arrangements with pupils and provide support as appropriate.
• To carry out interventions as appropriate.
• Provide age appropriate support to enable pupils to make choices about their own learning/behaviours/attendance.
• Challenge and motivate pupils, promote and reinforce self-esteem.
• Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress, achievement, behaviour, attendance etc.
• To manage the School Council and run after school clubs as appropriate.
• Liaison with outside agencies to support pupils and families as required.

Closing Date: 9am, 8th June 2023

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