Positive Engagement Coach

Joseph Norton Academy, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 9JU

26 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  28 October 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  2 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £29,997.00 - £32,476.00 Annually (Actual) Grade 9 working term time 38 weeks per year + 5 inset days

Positive Engagement Coach job summary

Location: Busker Lane, Scissett, Huddersfield until we move to our brand New School in Deighton.

WHO WE ARE

At Joseph Norton Academy (part of the Wellspring Academy Trust), we do school a bit differently. We support wonderful children and young people with complex social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

No two days are ever the same here. Our pupils have ever changing needs due to their diverse backgrounds, which means we adapt, support, and grow together every single day. Above all, the most important things you can bring to this role are patience, empathy, a willingness to learn, and a genuine drive to help our pupils succeed.

We are growing and looking for positive, resilient people to join our supportive team.

Our culture is built on the core values of Respect, Perseverance, Cooperation, and Responsibility, which are reflected in our Ways of Working.

THE ROLE

We are looking for an instructor with creativity and resilience to join us on our journey. In return for your passion and commitment we can offer outstanding professional development, supportive colleagues and a welcoming environment that prioritises your workload and wellbeing.

As our Positive Engagement Coach you will take the lead in the coordination, design and delivery of activities to support children in a SEMH special school. You will work with a variety of organisations and establish appropriate networks to ensure safe and effective provisions at a range of settings.

WHAT YOU NEED

• Experience in a school or similar setting
• IDEALLY experience working with children/ young people with SEN / SEMH needs
• MUST be educated with GCSE Maths and English
• A-Level or relevant L3 qualification or experience working at this level
• Car driver with access to vehicle and business insurance

WHAT WE OFFER

• Starting salary for this Positive Engagement Coach role is £29,997 actual annual salary working 37 hrs per week.

• Mon-Fri, term time only + 5 inset days + amazing benefits working for our Wellspring trust.

Find out why our team loves working at Joseph Norton Academy by watching our video.

NEXT STEPS

For more information please refer to the job description attached. If you are interested in this excellent opportunity simply click APPLY NOW, alternatively if you have additional questions then please reach out to our deputy headteacher Sarah Summersall-Frith via sarah.summersall-frith@josephnorton.co.uk.

If you are unsure if you meet all the criteria but have an interest in this opportunity then please do submit your application.

If this post isn't for you, check out our other vacancies. You can find these here!

We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

We want our people to reflect our diverse communities and create a safe space in which everyone belongs. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and especially those from under-represented groups including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks and appropriate references. All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Why Join Our Talent Pool?

If we don't have any suitable vacancies available, we encourage you to register for our Talent Pool. When applying, you aren't just joining a waiting list, you are positioning yourself at the front of the line for a rewarding career. When a suitable vacancy opens, our talent pool is our first port of call and our recruitment team will be in touch. We will keep you up to date with the latest news and activities within our school on a regular basis. We are regularly looking for support staff and we offer a range of flexible contracts.

Complete our Talent Pool application form by clicking here!

We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

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.

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.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Joseph Norton Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 7 to 16
• Size: 62 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Joseph Norton Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/joseph-norton-academy

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