Learning Support Assistant
Crofton Academy
Wakefield
- Expired
- Salary:
- NJC Grade 4 Starting Salary £11,538
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- ASAP
- Apply by:
- 13 December 2021
Job overview
The opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and flexible individuals to join a team who provide vital learning support to pupils in Year 7-11 with Special Educational Needs.
The successful candidates will have;
- The ability to relate well with children and adults,
- Good numeracy/literacy skills,
- A good understanding of child development and learning,
- Willingness to undertake various training to meet the needs of pupils.
- Experience of working or caring for children within a Secondary School or similar environment,
- Up to date knowledge of child protection and safeguarding procedure.
We are able to offer staff a secure, supportive environment with continuous professional development. If you have the vision and drive for excellence and want to join a partnership where relationships for learning are fundamental to their continued success we would be delighted to hear from you.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. You will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check.
All relevant information, job description, and application forms can be downloaded from the school website at www.croftonacademy.org.uk.
For further enquiries, please contact Kim Hinchcliffe at recruitment@croftonacademy.org.uk. All completed application forms should be sent to recruitment@croftonacademy.org.uk.
The closing date for fully completed applications is 12 noon on Monday 13th December 2021.
The Academy reserves the right to interview any suitable candidates prior to the closing date.
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About Crofton Academy
Crofton Academy, part of Castleford Academy Trust, is an 11-16 mixed comprehensive of over 1,000 pupils offering a broad and balanced curriculum. Our expectations are high and this is reflected in our very successful academic record. The Academy was inspected in July 2023 and was awarded ‘Good’ in all categories and inspectors praised the Academy for its significant transformation. The inspection commended the Academy’s improvements in pupil behaviour, the wide range of clubs and societies available, its well-structured approaches to teaching, and the high-quality professional development that staff receive.
We value and develop our staff by attracting and retaining high quality teachers, supporting them to achieve their best and create opportunities for professional growth and development. The leadership and staff are incredibly proud of the Academy’s achievements and we welcome candidates to visit our school for a tour to see us in action.
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