Specialist LSA (Autism) – multiple vacancies

King Ecgbert School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S17 3QU

6 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2023

• Closing date

  11 June 2023 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  25 May 2023

Job details

• Job role:
  • Learning support, cover supervisor or tutor
• Working pattern:
  • Full time - 32.5 hours/ 39 weeks
  • Part time - Permanent and 1 year fixed term posts available. Part time applications will be considered
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Grade 5 (£25,878 to £28,371 pro rata)
• Actual salary: (£19,551-£21,435 with under 5 years service)
• Pay scale: Grade 5

What skills and experience we're looking for

The aim of the role is to raise aspiration and attainment for students with Autism Spectrum Conditions through innovative and inspirational provision.

The successful candidate will:-

• Have a knowledge and understanding of Autism Spectrum Conditions
• Be able to work with parents, carers and families
• Work successfully with colleagues in the mainstream and the Integrated Resource
• Be well organised and flexible
• Be able to use own initiative and work independently
• Be creative and have a passion for supporting academic achievement for all
• A relevant degree (e.g. Psychology, SEND) or a specific qualification related to autism is desirable.

What the school offers its staff

When we make appointments we are looking to strengthen an outstanding team; working in such a high achieving school is demandingbut the camaraderie of working together to achieve excellence makes it a very rewarding place to work. The school is committed to staff development and supporting the career progression of the ambitious and talented.

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.

Applying for the job

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to recruitment@merciatrust.co.uk

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Specialist LSA IR September 2023 Recruitment pack.pdf - 566 KB (opens in new tab)

About King Ecgbert School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1396 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
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/king-ecgbert-school-sheffield (opens in new tab)

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.

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