Specialist Learning Support Assistant (Autism) Integrated Resource
King Ecgbert School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S17 3QU5 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
11 September 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
15 August 2024
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Grade 5 £27,803 to £30,296 FTE
Pay scale
- £21,005 to £22,889 (with under 5 years’ service)
What skills and experience we're looking for
- 4 A*- C at GCSE (or equivalent/or experience) incl. English and Maths
- A’ Level (or equivalent) in relevant subjects
- Has experience of pupil assessment
- Can manage the behaviour of pupils in a reasonable manner
- Experience working with children of relevant age
- Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation
- Understanding of principles of child development and learning processes
- Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these
- Can use ICT effectively to support learning
- Use of other equipment technology
- Sound speaking and listening skills to extend language in discussion
- Can plan, implement and evaluate learning activities
- Can assist the school in forming a partnership with parents
- Sufficient practical and organisational skills to contribute to the preparation and management of educational resources
- Can complete and maintain pupils records
- *The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and students and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential to this role
- Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities
- Ability to relate well to children and adults
- Has a caring positive attitude towards pupils welfare
- Has an awareness of pupils with special educational needs
- Can maintain trust and confidentiality where appropriate
- Can allocate some contractual time to after school staff meetings when appropriate
- Can allocate some contractual time to the whole of, or part of, staff training days when appropriate
- Can maintain personal presentation that sets high standards for the pupils
What the school offers its staff
1. OUTSTANDING SCHOOL
However you measure it, the school is very strong.
2. TEAMWORK
We are very fortunate to be able to recruit superb staff, but you are never working on your own - you are an important part of a great team.
3. SUPPORT FOR STAFF
Everyone is supported. Whether you're starting your career or are experienced and aspiring for more, you will receive help and support.
4. EXCEPTIONAL BEHAVIOUR
We have great relationships with our students but there are clear lines that will not be crossed and consistent systems that will allow teachers to get on and teach.
6. ENJOYMENT
The school is an enjoyable place to work. There is a vibrant staff social scene, staff sports clubs, and plenty of opportunities to have fun at work.
7. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
King Ecgbert staff take their careers seriously and we support that with great professional development at school and at trust level, where we grow our own future leaders.
8. RETENTION
People like working here; jobs do not come up often and people stay here a long time.
9. LOCATION
The Peak District is right on our doorstep, and people can go for walks, runs, climbing, and bike rides directly from work. The area offers excellent cafes, bars, and restaurants, as well as lovely places to live with more reasonable house prices compared to the south of England.
10. ACCESS TO GREAT CAREERS
Mercia Learning Trust is a leading multi academy trust with plans to grow. A post at King Ecgbert School, the largest school in the trust, i s a great springboard to a career in an organisation that values talent.
Commitment to safeguarding
Mercia Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. If you are shortlisted, your suitability to work with children will be explored, and this will include disclosing convictions. The information you disclose may be discussed with you during the interview.
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About King Ecgbert School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 1447 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- King Ecgbert School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@merciatrust.co.uk
The school is exceptionally strong - rated outstanding by Ofsted, and has academic results that are consistently ‘well above average’. This is a truly comprehensive school serving both disadvantaged and highly affluent communities. We are proud of our diversity, with 20% of students disadvantaged, 30% EAL and 40% from BAME communities. The school leadership is motivated by social mobility, inclusiveness and a focus on vulnerable learners. We are looking for applicants who are committed to serving a diverse population and have experiences and perspectives that will enrich our work. The school is proud to offer one of Sheffield’s Integrated Resources for children with ASD. The sixth form is highly regarded for its record, not just of helping students access top Russell Group and Oxbridge Universities but also enabling students to be the first in their families to access Higher Education.
The school is proud to be at the heart of Mercia Learning Trust that started with King Ecgbert School and now comprises 6 schools both primary and secondary across the south west of Sheffield. The Trust is led by its CEO, Chris French and all the schools benefit from an expert central services team.
Arranging a visit to King Ecgbert School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@merciatrust.co.uk.
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