Learning Support Assistant

About The Grove

Our vision is founded on a desire to make a difference and change lives for the better. Our mission to create that future is rooted in our guiding principles to “Inspire Excellence, Champion Potential and Empower Learning” which are central to our core purpose and desire to make a difference.

In the pursuit of this we are wholly committed to the values 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.

SEARCH Values

• The principles and core values we hold are very much part of the SEARCH Education Trust values. Our values are deep rooted within The Grove community and are key to realising our vision;
• SUPPORT: We support each other through times of success and times of difficulty
  EMPATHY: We understand each other and make no judgements
  ACCEPT: We accept each other for who we are
  RESILIENCE: We keep trying, even when it gets tough
  COMPASSION: We are kind to each other
  HONESTY: We are honest with others and ourselves
• We run six SEARCH assemblies across the academic year. On these days, we celebrate and focus on pupil achievement linked to our whole school aims and SEARCH values.

Our Core Values underpin the culture of our school providing clarity to what we will expect from each other in pursuit of reaching our Vision and Aims.

Please review our website and X (formerly known as '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. We operate a fair and open anonymous candidate selection process.

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
• In accordance with KCSIE, an online search is now a standard part of our  pre-employment vetting process for all shortlisted 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)

For more information about our training programs, safeguarding, child protection, and data/privacy policies, please visit our website.

You can find a copy of our Candidate Privacy Notice on our Trust website here.