LSA Ascend
Ormiston Park Academy
Thurrock
- £20,225 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- OAT Grade 3, SCP 6 - 10 (£23,893 - £25,545 FTE)
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- ASAP pending pre-recruitment checks
- Apply by:
- 22 November 2024
Job overview
Do you…
- Want to embark on an exciting professional journey in a rapidly improving academy?
- Champion the importance of education in shaping the future of young people?
- Believe all students, regardless of ability and circumstances, can be outstanding?
- Have the highest aspirations for the students you work with?
If so, we eagerly await your application. Ormiston Park Academy are currently seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to work in our ASCEND centre for 35 hours per week, term time only, including 5 training days.
ASCEND is a centre for students who have specific Social, Emotional and Mental health difficulties. The centre caters for students ranging from years 7-11 and there is a high ratio of staff to students compared with mainstream schools. The high ratio allows for very small teaching groups and a percentage of one to one sessions where necessary. At ASCEND we believe that in order to create an environment of respect, trust and cooperation we have to work as a team. This must include the staff, students, parents and visitors to the school. Our aim is to nurture students who can make a positive contribution to the wider community and are confident. It is vital that we empower and support our student’s to make positive choices whilst at school and throughout their lives. To create an inclusive, happy, secure and stimulating learning environment, we encourage all members of the ASCEND community to grow in self-esteem, self-governance and develop their potential.
Ormiston Park Academy is a small but growing and highly aspirational co-educational secondary school based in Aveley, Essex, for students aged 11-19. Our vision of ‘Believe and Achieve’ underpins all aspects of academy life in our impressive, well-resourced building and you will play a vital role in providing the highest quality provision, impacting positively on outcomes for our students, ensuring aspirations become reality.
The school officially reopened as an academy in 2009 and we are sponsored by the Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT). OAT is one of the largest and longest standing trusts in the school system and is guided by our founder, Peter Murray’s belief that every child deserves the chance to thrive.
Our schools are located across a diverse range of communities, each with its own unique character, strengths and challenges. Joining the OAT family means embracing a community that values collaboration, professional growth, and the pursuit of excellence. We strive to provide an exceptional working environment where all our staff can thrive and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our pupils.
To be considered for this opportunity, you will:
- Be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with students, parents, external agencies and Local Authority.
- Motivate and encourage pupils that you work with.
- Be ready to develop knowledge of the particular needs of the child.
- Commit to furthering your own professional Development through the bespoke opportunities on offer at the Academy.
We will offer you:
- Collaborative working within our shared family of schools
- Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
- Local Government Pension Scheme Contributions
- Access to an exciting range of employee benefits from our health and wellbeing partner, Vivup
For further details or to arrange a time to visit the Academy contact Sally Spraggon, PA to the Principal and Vice Principal on 01708-865180 or sspraggon@ormistonpark.org.uk.
To apply for the role please visit the OAT Careers website and search for Ormiston Park Academy, where you will be able to submit an application. Please note that CVs will not be accepted and all applications are to be returned electronically by midnight on Friday 22 November 2024.
Ormiston Park Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
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About Ormiston Park Academy
Ormiston Park Academy, located in Aveley, Essex, is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school for students aged 11-19. As part of the Ormiston Academies Trust and working with Unity Schools Partnership, we are committed to delivering a world-class education for all learners.
At Ormiston Park Academy, we are proud of our history, celebrate our current achievements, and look forward to an exciting future. Guided by our vision to ensure that all students “Believe and Achieve”, we are driven by the core values of Perseverance, Aspiration, Responsibility, and Knowledge (PARK). These values underpin everything we do, creating a nurturing, supportive environment where every student can thrive.
Our modern £16 million building, coupled with Healthy School and International School status, provides a dynamic setting for education. As a Microsoft Office Specialist provider and a school that values innovation, we are at the forefront of developments in learning. We deliver a rich and broad curriculum that balances academic excellence with personal development, ensuring our students leave us as confident, independent, and resilient individuals.
Our dedicated staff, inclusive ethos, and strong community connections make Ormiston Park Academy a truly special place to work. If you are passionate about transforming lives, fostering ambition, and inspiring young people to reach their full potential, we’d love to welcome you to our team.
Be part of the Ormiston Park family and help shape a brighter future. Come and visit us to see the incredible opportunities we offer. Together, let’s ensure every student believes, achieves, and succeeds.
Why work for Ormiston?
Our vision is for a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.
We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.
Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more
Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest, to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.
Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…
- The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
- Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
- Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
- A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits
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