Learner Support Professional: Wellbeing
Dixons Kings Academy
Bradford
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- SCP 18-25
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 19 June 2017
Job overview
Last year we received our first Year 11 cohort results and were extremely impressed by the overall outcomes. 67% of students achieved 5A* - C (E&M) and 43% achieved the Ebacc. We were in the top 10% of schools nationally for progress overall and have recently received an Ofsted rating of ‘outstanding’.
“All adults have the highest expectations of pupils’ behaviour and learning, which results in exceptional rates of progress and excellent behaviour.” Ofsted 2017
“Teachers’ training and development are highly effective. As a result, teaching is highly consistent in quality…….” Ofsted 2017
Our mission is to ensure everyone receives the support and care needed to become successful and lead a purposeful and happy life. To achieve this goal we believe that everyone must uphold the three values of Integrity, Diligence and Civility.
The right candidate:
Applications are welcome for the position of Learner Support Professional for Wellbeing at DKA to start September 2017. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative, qualified and enthusiastic support assistant to support the school with securing outstanding results for the students.
- You will be responsible for developing student wellbeing through carefully planned learning activities under an agreed system of supervision, supported by direction from the SENDCo;
- You are committed to developing the Academy as part of the wider community.
The Academy can offer:
- Fantastic students who are positive, keen to learn and progress
- A dedicated and skilled workforce, committed to making a difference
- A school with high aspirations and a strong commitment to professional development
- An enthusiastic, creative and supportive staff
The Academy has students aged 11-16 with places for 800 pupils.
Dixons Kings Academy is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake, or currently hold, a DBS enhanced clearance for the academy.
For further details and information on how to apply please access our website: www.dixonska.com
The closing date for applications: Tuesday 20 June 2017 at 12:00 Midday
Interviews/selection will be held: Friday 23 June 2017.
Attached documents
About Dixons Kings Academy
- Dixons Kings Academy
- Northside Road, Lidget Green, Bradford
- West Yorkshire
- BD7 2AN
- United Kingdom
At Dixons Kings Academy, we ensure that teachers can prioritise teaching above everything else. By keeping teaching the main thing staff are able to refine and develop their practice in the classroom within a nurturing environment. Tailored coaching and considerable time to plan allows staff and students to fulfil their potential. Our values driven culture genuinely enables teachers to teach and students to learn.
We have very high expectations of staff, but we value them highly. We invest heavily in staff development and a growing school will offer many career opportunities in the coming years.
Values
At Dixons Kings, by Integrity we mean doing the right thing and keeping true to your moral principles. Diligence is the necessity of giving attention to detail in order to avoid error and overcome obstacles. Finally, Civility is about showing everyone consideration and respect. Through demonstrating these three values at all times Dixons Kings students will be unique and successful.
Dixons Academies Trust
The Dixons Academies Trust is a family of 15 schools in Liverpool, Manchester, Bradford and Leeds: 3 primaries, 8 secondaries, 2 all-through and one standalone sixth form. We are committed to making a difference where it matters most:
- Values driven
- Over 30 years of challenging educational and social disadvantage
- Ambitious for every child and highly inclusive
- Always in the top 5 nationally for progress at secondary
- Committed to recruiting a diverse workforce
- Exceptional colleagues will support you to be your best
- Low staff turnover
We establish high-performing non-faith academies which maximise attainment, value diversity, develop character and build cultural capital. By the age of 18, we want every student to have the choice of university or a high-quality apprenticeship.
For more about Dixons, visit www.dixonsat.com or our YouTube channel www.youtube.com/dixonsopensource
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