- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 813 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- de Stafford School website
Learning Support Assistant
More than one location, Glf SchoolsThis job expired on 4 November 2024 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
4 November 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
18 October 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Full time: 31.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only (0830-1515)
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- GLF Associate 2 £21,544 to £23,363 FTE
What skills and experience we're looking for
We offer an exciting opportunity for highly motivated individuals to join our Learning Support Team to support our students with SEND needs. The successful candidate(s) must have excellent communication skills, a calm and patient personality and a caring approach to supporting young people.
We are interested in hearing from all candidates, regardless of where you stand in your career journey and support flexible working arrangements.
What we are looking for:
The successful candidate will need to be:
- Passionate about the students’ learning and welfare
- Educated to GCSE level C or equivalent in English and Maths
- A pro-active member of the team with a can-do approach
- Flexible and committed
- Keen to be part of the wider school community
What the school offers its staff
About de Stafford School:
de Stafford is a smaller than average mixed comprehensive school, catering to students aged 11-16 located in Caterham, Surrey. As a proud member of the GLF Multi Academy Trust since 2016, our core values - Grow, Learn, Believe and Achieve – are integral to everything we do. These values reflect our commitment to providing students with an outstanding learning experience, that prepares them for the challenges of the modern world, and helps them build fulfilling futures.
While we recognise the importance of achieving strong examination results, we equally value a holistic education. Our approach balances a strong academic focus with an extensive and diverse enrichment programme, ensuring students receive a well-rounded education.
Our teaching and associate staff members are highly valued, experienced and well-respected professionals. We believe that high quality professional development is crucial for excellent teaching. Continuous Professional Development (CPD), is embedded in our schools culture, ensuring that all staff, regardless of where they are in their careers, have access to ongoing growth opportunities.
Why work at de Stafford School:
- An environment where peers and Line Managers offer exceptional support for and emphasise staff well-being
- Exceptional opportunities for development
- An opportunity to work collaboratively across the wider GLF MAT
- Recognition of previous school continuous service
- Onsite parking and other staff benefits
Join the GLF Schools Community:
- As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
- A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
- Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
- We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
- Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer:
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
- Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working options
- Generous holiday allowance
- Work life and family friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Career pathways and talent management
- Access to a staff benefits portal
- Community and collaboration working model
Further information about the job
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.
The Details:
Start date:ASAP
Pay Scale:GLF Associate 2
Working pattern:31.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only (0830-1515)
Actual Salary:£16,088 - £17,447 (based on hours and weeks of work)
Closing date: 4 November 2024. We reserve the right to conduct interviews prior to the stated closing date at our discretion.
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.
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About Glf Schools
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Email address
- k.sullivan@glfschools.org
School Details
de Stafford School
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