SEND Keyworker

Havant Academy, which is a member of the Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), was judged 'Good' in all areas in December 2018.

Our school is looking for highly motivated and committed individuals who are passionate about supporting students with Additional Learning Needs to achieve their full potential throughout their time at Havant Academy. Whether you are experienced within SEND or looking for a career change, you will be enthusiastic, hardworking and energetic.

The support you will provide students with will come in a variety forms such as in classrooms, group interventions, one to one interventions, mentoring, supporting with Exam Access Arrangements and encompass both academic and pastoral needs. 

Work with us and you will be part of a welcoming and motivated team. We are committed to giving you the very best opportunities to develop in your career and will give you extensive support in your role. In addition to this, as a SEND Keyworker you will be invited to all of our Teaching and Learning CPD sessions which will provide you with the essential skills to work within the classroom environment.

Working Pattern: Monday - Thursday 8am - 4pm, Friday 8am - 3:30pm, 40 weeks per year (term time + 1 additional week).

This role would be suitable for a graduate or someone considering a career in teaching as you will be able to build positive relationships with students and gain valuable classroom experience.

We offer:

• A higher salary than Local Authority schools 
• An excellent opportunity for career progression, both within the school and the Trust, as you demonstrate high quality education in the classroom;
• A positive and optimistic working environment focussed on student progress and high standards of achievement and behaviour;
• An ambitious leadership team with a clear vision for the school;
• The resources and facilities to continue to improve students’ progress;
• Cycle to work scheme 
• TKAT Widerwallet discount programme with a wealth of discounts
• Free eye tests  
• Employee Assistance Programme - free and confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) along with other relevant employment checks.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer the school is committed to ensuring that its employment policies and procedures provide equality of opportunity.

We would encourage any potential applicants to visit us. Please contact Ashleigh Newland on 02393 063 516 or email Ashleigh.Newland@havant-tkat.org if you would like a tour of the school. 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications. If you have not had any communication within 10 days of the closing date please take this as confirmation that on this occasion your application has not been successful.