TA4 HLTA Job Coach for Supported Internship

Key Information

Role:                         Job Coach for Supported Internship

Salary:                      Band 6 SCP 23, FTE £30,151.00 (pro rated to term time only, 32.5 hours per week)

Employer:                The Sovereign Trust

Location:                  Manchester Metropolitan University / Manor Academy

Working Pattern:    32.5 hours per week. Term Time only plus INSET days

Contract Type:        Permanent

Closing Date:           Noon, Wednesday 7th June 2023

Start Date: September 2023

Interview Date: W/C 19th June 2023

Email completed applications to: hr@thesovereigntrust.uk

An Opportunity has arisen for a Supported Internship Job Coach on Manor College’s Bridging the Gap project based at MMU.

Manor Academy is a Good school held in high regard locally and nationally. We are a proud member of the Sovereign Trust. The Sovereign Trust is a thriving Multi-Academy Trust currently consisting of four special schools covering a range of SEND and phases of education.

Our school is special for children with identified Learning needs, including Autism, SLD, SEMH, SLC and moderate learning difficulties. All children have an Educational, Health and Social Care plan (EHCP). Staff work alongside other agencies to ensure the best outcomes for our children and their families.

As a team, we are strongly committed to offering our children an excellent, in partnership with their families and the local community. We are now looking to recruit a teacher who shares our values, energy and commitment. We would love to hear from you if you are flexible, creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about supporting young people with complex profiles.

We encourage you to view our website for greater insight into our school: http://www.manoracademy.org.

The successful applicant will:

·        Be motivated by our core values;

·        Be passionate about supporting our most vulnerable young people to achieve education and employment outcomes;

·        Have the emotional resilience needed to work with young people who have a range of complex needs;

·        Have the interpersonal skills needed to foster positive relationships with young people, other staff members, employers, parents and other agencies;

·        Be able to demonstrate high levels of empathy and understanding for young people who have experienced difficult times;

·        Have a good understanding of Post 16 – 19 curriculum and expectations together with a secure knowledge of how to differentiate this for the learning needs of all young people;

·        Have an energetic, enthusiastic approach to their role, displaying high energy levels to provide creative and dynamic delivery of functional skills, and creating links with potential employment placements;

·        Hold high expectations of themselves and others;

·        Have a strong commitment to teamwork.

·        Be able to use their initiative and work independently

We can offer you the following:

·        Friendly, interesting young people who want to succeed;

·        Parents and carers who are supportive and willing to work together to provide consistent support between home and school;

·        A staff team who are dedicated to providing a trusting, supportive and secure base for all;

·        Dedicated time per week to prepare and create links with departments at MMU for employment opportunities;

·        Bespoke performance management to ensure you have the support you need towards fulling your career aspirations;

·        A forward-thinking environment where innovation and current research are used to ensure our provision is the best it can be;

·        A unique school that encompasses a variety of teaching methods and learning styles;

·        An experienced leadership team who are keen to support all to achieve their goals and future aspirations;

·        The opportunity to be part of our college and supported internship as we plan new and exciting opportunities in the future.

If you wish to be considered for this vacancy, you should complete application form. Completed applications are to be returned to Lisa-Marie McGrath hr@thesovereigntrust.uk to arrive by noon on the day of the deadline. Short-listed candidates will be invited to interview. Please see the job description and person specification for more information.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Noon, Wednesday 7th June 2023

Shortlisting: 9th June 2023

If you are not contacted by 16th June 2023, you have not been successful on this occasion.

Interviews for successful candidates will be held at Manor Academy: W/C 19th June 2023

The Sovereign Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to a satisfactory two-year reference history, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check (previously CRB check), medical clearance, and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.