Learning Support Assistant

Our vision to ‘Inspire Excellence – Champion Potential and Empower Learning’ is central to our core purpose and desire to make a difference. In the pursuit of this we are wholly committed to the values and aims that we hold to achieving this. These are demonstrated through our:

• persistence to provide an outstanding teaching and learning environment for all where achievement is recognised and celebrated;
• determination to inspire a love for learning and a culture of collaboration and communication where barriers are challenged;
• recognition of every individual’s potential and ensuring a personalised education to nurture this;
• commitment to secure independence at all levels for each and every learner in preparation for life beyond school and adulthood;
• promise to value and respect individuality and promote well-being through acceptance and belonging;
• responsibility to place our learners and their families at the centre of their decision-making;
• dedication to partnership working internally, externally and nationally so we can deliver a truly integrated approach; and
• ambition to become a hub of excellence within Haringey delivering training and research in the field of autism.

Please review our website and twitter feed for all the latest news and views from The Grove School including our relevant policies including Safeguarding and child protection as well as data and privacy statements https://thegroveschool.co.uk/school-information/policies/

SEARCH staff are rewarded through access to a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to;

• Continuous professional development
• Teacher training programme (Early Career Teacher/Teach First /Schools Direct /Apprentice)
• Leadership programmes
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Home and Tech Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• GP helpline service
• Season ticket loans
• Generous annual leave
• Benefits/ discounts platform
• Health and Wellbeing events/ resources
• Access to onsite fitness sessions
• Flexible working options
• Family Friendly Policies
• Employer pension contribution

If you are passionate about innovative education, have a commitment to personal excellence and are ready for a new challenge, then we look forward to receiving your application.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Equal Opportunities:

The Grove School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Safeguarding notice:

The Grove School, SEARCH Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Employment checks:

• All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• References will be thoroughly vetted
• An online search will be conducted as part of our due diligence on short listed candidates
• Where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed
• Additional pre-employment checks will be carried out in line with statutory guidance outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

NOTE:

• All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Please note; applying for a role while being barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children is a criminal offence (Legislation.gov.uk - section 7(1)(a) of the SVGA 2006)
• In accordance with KCSIE, an online search is now a standard part of our  pre-employment vetting process for all shortlisted candidates.