Inclusion Support Assistant

INCLUSION SUPPORT ASSISTANT (REF: C1170) 32.5 Hours per week, Monday-Friday, Term Time Only 39.2 weeks Grade 4 – Starting Salary £12,523 (Actual)  

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and versatile person for the Inclusion Support Assistant role. As the academy of choice for our local area, you will feel part of a supported community and, most importantly, a warm and friendly environment in which to educate our young people.  We offer an employee reward package which includes car leasing discounts and our own independent travel consultant. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to the successful candidate. 

This is a superb opportunity to join the support staff of this vibrant successful Academy Trust. The Pingle Academy has a full complement of highly qualified and experienced staff who are positive role models for our students. The Pingle Academy is committed to the continuing professional development of all staff in order to continually improve the quality of service we provide. We are looking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic individual to continue to raise levels of achievement.        

The Inclusion Support Assistant works under the guidance of teaching staff, providing support and management of students, both in the classroom and outside the main teaching area and provides small support sessions for identified students. Candidates should possess NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent and have a good understanding of areas of learning.   

All prospective candidates are very welcome to visit the Academy, to tour and meet with members of the team, and meet with our students.      

The Pingle Academy is pleasantly situated adjacent to open countryside yet close to the centre of Swadlincote, a South Derbyshire town of some 25,000 inhabitants.  Although older industries such as pottery still exist, many smaller firms have been established in recent years.  There has been considerable residential development with an increase of commuters to surrounding towns. Should you require further details regarding the role, a full job description is available.     

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to the successful candidate.  To apply for this role, please complete a support staff application form, quoting Job No: Q5   

Please note completed applications should be received by 9:00am on the closing date.   Closing date: Friday, 8 December 2017  

Interview date: To be confirmed    

e-mail: personnel@pingle.derbyshire.sch.uk   

website:   www.pingle.derbyshire.sch.uk/   

This Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  The successful applicant will be required to demonstrate a commitment to the school’s equal opportunities policy.