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Pastoral Support Worker

Pastoral Support Worker

Heaton Avenue, A SHARE Primary Academy

Kirklees

  • £24,263 - £26,266 per year
  • Expired
Salary:
Band F, SCP 19 - 23
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
20 June 2023

Job overview

37 hours per week, term time + 5 days

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and caring individual to provide structured pastoral care and support to pupils whose behaviour may be challenging. 

The ideal candidate will be able to provide individual or group support through the implementation of behaviour plans, Individual Education Plans (IEPs) as well as by providing structured intervention with the implementation of Pastoral Support Plans (PSPs). They will assist the Head of Inclusion in contributing to raising the progress of pupils by delivering a robust but caring support system and help to unlock barriers to learning, for example, social skill support, anger management and emotional resilience.

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have experience of working with primary age children in school for at least two years and experience of modelling good behaviour management techniques, including extreme behaviour of pupils;
  • Be experienced in working with children who have SEN / EAL / behavioural difficulties;
  • Be able to develop effective strategies to promote positive behaviour;
  • Have Maths and English to GCSE Grade C or equivalent;
  • Demonstrate high standards of numeracy and literacy and be able to use ICT to support learning, make accurate records and carry out CPD;
  • Have good written communication skills in order to produce basic reports and update records; 
  • Have a caring, but firm approach and empathy towards young children 
  • Be experienced in working with parents and external agencies 
  • Love encouraging, motivating and inspiring young children through the support they give in order to encourage their learning;
  • Be committed to our ethos that all pupils can achieve at Heaton Avenue, A SHARE Primary Academy;
  • Have great references demonstrating they are a suitable candidate, safe to work with children and show a commitment and understanding of safeguarding pupils.

At SHARE MAT, we aim to:

  • Equip our staff to deliver their best every day, our belief is that by Valuing People, Supporting Personal Best is the key;
  • Encourage all of our pupils to go beyond what they think they can achieve, to enjoy learning, helping them to lead healthy and happy lives;
  • Ensure our staff are happy at work, taking pride in pupils’ progress and development;
  • Never stop improving, developing and sharing our practice with others;
  • Deliver training and guidance relevant to job role so expectations are understood and staff feel motivated;
  • Offer great benefits making us the employer of choice, including outstanding CPD, supportive line management and networking opportunities across the MAT to aid personal development.

Heaton Avenue, A SHARE Primary Academy, is one of eight academies within our trust and is part of a close-knit community well located for commute from Leeds, Huddersfield and Wakefield. We encourage that you visit the academy during its’ open day where a warm welcome awaits, you will see that Heaton Avenue:

  • Offers an exceptional learning environment and facilities, alongside a wide range of professional learning and development opportunities;
  • A vibrant place of learning and encouragement where children are happy, settled and confident;
  • Has a broad and balanced curriculum that provides a memorable educational experience for all of its pupils;
  • Aims to equip pupils with the attributes and attitude they need for their next stage of education.

You are very welcome to visit the academy. If you wish to view our school, please contact the Office on 01274 028613 to make an appointment.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted. The application form must be completed via the apply button.

Completed application forms can be sent to: kirstie.humphreys@sharemat.co.uk

Closing date: Tuesday 20th June 2023

Interviews: w/c 26th June 2023

SHARE MAT comprises of Woodside Green Primary, Heaton Avenue Primary, Luck Lane Primary, Millbridge Primary, Royds Hall Academy, Shelley College, Whitcliffe Mount School and Thornhill Community Academy. A central team provides operational support

SHARE MAT is committed to the Equalities Act 2010 and also to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people, by adhering to the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” guidance. All staff and volunteers are regularly trained regarding our expectations in keeping our students safe. An enhanced DBS is required for every post.

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About Heaton Avenue, A SHARE Primary Academy

Heaton Avenue Primary Academy is an above average sized school that serves a mixed catchment area of Cleckheaton. In 2012 we moved into a remodelled middle school building and have created an exceptional learning environment. As a partner within SHARE Multi-Academy Trust we can offer the successful candidate access to a fantastic support network, excellent CPD and opportunities to develop practice across the trust.

We are a school which has an innovative curriculum that allows staff the flexibility to create an inspiring, exciting learning journey for all our children, enabling them to develop into active citizens of the future, empowered to make their best contribution to society.

The curriculum is developed in a thematic and practical way that engages both staff and children. We seek ways to make our curriculum even more interesting every year. Lessons are expected to be fascinating, engaging, exhilarating, and demand that pupils think for themselves whilst ensuring they see a purpose to their work. A wide range of learning styles are used ensuring personalised learning is at the heart of what we do.

Teachers and support staff work together to deliver the agreed curriculum to all the children. Together they assess pupils progress and achievement discussing each child and developing effective programmes to ensure each child’s self-confidence and self-esteem rise quickly, developing a thirst for learning

We can offer a strong team spirit and very high staff morale, which has created an open and supportive environment where staff can be innovative in accelerating pupils learning.

The Trust

SHARE Multi Academy Trust currently consists of Shelley College, Thornhill Community Academy, Royds Hall Community School, Whitcliffe Mount School, Heaton Avenue Primary School, Millbridge Primary School, Lily Park Primary School, Luck Lane Primary School, Woodside Green Primary School with a view to continue to expand.

Our aims

We want to create a mutually supportive family of schools because we believe that, by sharing our expertise and resources, we can improve the quality of education for our children and young people.

Our values

Our central belief is “Valuing People, Supporting Personal Best” and we apply this to everybody in our organisation, staff and children alike. We aim to treat everybody with respect and build positive relationships with each other and we want everybody working in our schools to do the very best they can. We support each other and celebrate our successes together.

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