Pastoral Support Worker

Pastoral Support Worker

Rodillian Academy, Longthorpe Lane, Lofthouse, Wakefield, WF3 3PS

Salary Scale: SCP 18 - 22 (£27,344 - £29,439 per annum)

Actual Salary: £19,928 - £21,455 per annum

Hours: 32.5 Hours per week. Term time only

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Rodillian Academy seeks an inspiring Pastoral Support Worker to join our very effective, dedicated and successful team. The suitable candidate will have relevant experience of working with students to promote good behaviour and consistent attendance. You will have a sound understanding of how to promote a growth mind-set in our students to help them become resilient learners who realise their full potential through the application of our dynamic Positive Discipline Policy. You will also hold a full, clean driving license and be prepared to drive the school minibus if required.

If you are considering a route into teaching, this is a perfect way to gain experience. With the appropriate qualifications, you could then go on to apply to train to teach with us on our exciting 1-year programme through the School Direct initiative in partnership with Leeds Trinity University and Leeds Beckett University.

The Rodillian Academy is the flagship school of The Rodillian Multi Academy Trust. We are housed in a £27 million building which opened in 2008 with state of the art technologies across all departments. In figures published in January 2018, the Rodillian Academy was ranked with the highest Progress 8 score in Leeds. We have a reputation for high expectations for all, excellent staff/student relationships and a commitment to the personal and professional development of its staff. The Trust is recognised as one of the top performing Trusts in the country and is committed to providing private school opportunities in a modern comprehensive environment. We believe that traditional values of discipline and respect are sacrosanct. We do not tolerate bullying, defiance or rudeness to staff and this has made for a harmonious and safe learning environment for our young people, and a supportive environment for staff. We are a happy and well run organisation and this is an extremely exciting time to join us. Furthermore, as a growing Multi Academy Trust, there are always opportunities for career development and progression for ambitious and committed colleagues alongside access to high quality CPD for all.

If you want to work in an environment where you can develop your skills and be part of a vibrant team that challenges students to be the most resilient learners that they can be, apply to join us today.

Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the Academy. Please contact Rebecca Farthing, PA to the Principal at: rfarthing@rodillianacademy.co.uk  to arrange. 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, contractors and visitors to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service and other statutory checks.

Please complete an application form which can be downloaded from the Trust website at www.rodillianacademytrust.co.uk and returned to recruitment@rodillianacademy.co.uk

Closing date for completed applications: Monday 5 December 2022 at 9.00 a.m.