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Learning Support Practitioner

Ormiston Horizon Academy, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, ST6 6JZ

This job expired on 19 October 2024 – see similar jobs

• Start date details

  October 2024

• Closing date

  19 October 2024 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  27 September 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time, part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £19,557.00 Annually (Actual) Salary based on 37 hours per week, 5 days per week, term time only (39 weeks per year)

Learning Support Practitioner job summary

Ormiston Horizon Academy is looking for an enthusiastic, engaging individual to join us in the role of Learning Support Practitioner.

Our Learning Support Practitioners enable inclusion and support independent learning by working with individuals or small groups of pupils, allowing them to continue to access main stream education. In addition, they provide support to teachers in the preparation of teaching and learning materials. Previous experience is not required, though would be advantageous. The post holder may be required to stand for long periods of time or work in awkward positions (e.g. low chairs). There may be some outdoor working in adverse weather and exposure to noisy environments.

Ormiston Horizon Academy (OHA) is an ambitious school at the heart of our community. At OHA, our students, staff, families and governors work together to ensure we provide a first-class education for all of our learners. Our vision is simple and all of our stakeholders work tirelessly to achieve it: At OHA, we provide an inspirational and ambitious learning journey to enable all our students to achieve beyond their Horizons…

Working at Ormiston Horizon Academy provides you with opportunities to shape the lives of really amazing young people, all the while progressing your own career and gaining job satisfaction.

The role of Learning Support Practitioner is varied and exciting. It includes:

• Supporting students in a classroom setting, in collaboration with subject teachers,
• Working with individual pupils with special educational needs, or for whom English is not their first language,
• Providing feedback to pupils in relation to their progress,
• Arranging resources for lessons, under the guidance of teaching staff,
• Assisting in break time supervision,
• Supporting pupils, emotional, social and physical well-being,
• Other duties as outlined in the full job description,
• Other ad-hoc duties which may arise from time to time.

What we're looking for:

• A team player who is enthusiastic and versatile.
• With the ability to build rapport and relationships with students (aged 11-16).
• The ability to problem solve, interpret information or situations and make good decisions.
• An NVQ level 2 or equivalent education or experience.
• IT and Keyboard skills.
• The ability to understand and comply with the academies policies and procedures, particularly in relation to health and safety and child protection.

Benefits

• A supportive, inclusive working environment
• Term time working
• Local goverment pension scheme enrollment
• Access to continuous professional development opportunities
• Ability to apply for a Blue Light Card
• Flexible and family friendly policies
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to onsite annual Flu Vaccinations
• Access to telephone counselling service
• On site parking

Our new colleague will also benefit from being part of Ormiston Academies Trust, a MAT of 43 primary and secondary academies. The Trust’s vision is for all young people to have access to the highest academic, social, and practical skills required to achieve their full potential. OAT support all staff so that they can enhance and develop their professional skills whatever their role within the trust.

Ormiston Academies Trust is an ethical sponsor, committed to improving the life chances of young people. We share their vision for all young people to have the highest academic, social and practical skills to allow them to lead a fulfilling life.

To apply for the position please submit an application via the link above. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Ormiston Horizon Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

Commitment to safeguarding

At OHA, we take our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all students seriously. We endeavour to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued.

All staff are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect.

Through our ethos and curriculum, we promote a common sense of identity and support diversity showing our students how different communities can be united by common experiences and values.

Strict adherence to the Safeguarding Policy is mandatory for all staff, governors, visitors and volunteers in the academy and is not subject to individual discretion.

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About Ormiston Horizon Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1053 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Ormiston Horizon Academy website (opens in new tab)
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ormiston-horizon-academy (opens in new tab)

An ambitious school at the heart of our community

Ormiston Horizon Academy is a special place for our students, staff and wider community. We continuously strive to provide the highest possible quality of education for the young people we work with.

Our students are an exceptional group of talented individuals who thrive on the range of experiences that they are offered at OHA. We firmly believe the relationships between teachers, students and parents/carers are key to the success of the academy.

Our core values of: Respect, Resilience and Responsibility permeate around our academy and our wider school community. We are proud of our students and our students are proud of their school.

We have a wonderful team of staff at OHA, who work relentlessly to ensure our students are provided with the best education possible. Our thoroughly planned curriculum, alongside a challenging PSHE programme, supported by a range of enrichment opportunities, allow our students to develop a love of learning and a resilience that prepares for their futures. We encourage positive attitudes and aim to provide an environment in which all students feel known, supported and challenged.

Our outstanding building and expansive site allows us to offer an education with a difference for our students. We are fully committed to ensuring that our Academy continues to be a centre of excellence and innovation for our students, staff and the local community.

We are always open to visitors and would be happy to welcome you into OHA so you can appreciate the special learning atmosphere that exists here. I look forward to working closely with you on the next steps of our journey.

Mr A Fitzgibbon

Principal

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