Link School, Sunderlandandnbsp;
Headteacher: Mrs Donna Walker BSc (Hons)andnbsp;
Springwell Dene, Swindon Road, Sunderland SR3 4EEandnbsp;
Tel: 0191 561 5777
Pallion Centre, Waverley Terrace, Sunderland SR4 6TA
Tel: 0191 561 4777
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The Link School is recognised nationally as one of the leading schools in Alternative Provision.
It supports the diverse needs of young people in Sunderland many of whom are extremely vulnerable and challenging. We are seeking to an enthusiastic and suitably qualified member of staff who has the commitment to improve the academic outcomes of our young learners, as well as seeking to support them in understanding their own emotions and consequences of their behaviour.
The school offers a supportive working environment, a strong commitment to CPD and career opportunities.andnbsp; We are a Centre of Excellence for Inclusion, and a Platinum Anti-Bullying School.andnbsp; andnbsp;The school promotes well-being and work life balance, and this is at the heart of the schoolandrsquo;s ethos. The school has timetabled its week to allow whole school PPA on Friday afternoons, emotional well-being twilights, family friendly policies and other staff benefits, highlighted in our staff well-being policy.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Secondary)
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Grade 6 (SCP 22-252) andpound;32,654 - andpound;35,235 pro rata to weeks worked
Full time andndash; Term Time plus three weeksandnbsp;
Required as soon as possible
The post holder will support and assist teachers as part of a professional team to contribute to raising standards of learnersand#39; achievement and to undertake a range of teaching and learning activities with whole classes and groups under the professional direction and supervision of a qualified teacher, in line with school policies and procedures.andnbsp;
Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the Headteacher to discuss the post further and to arrange an informal visit. Please ring 0191 561 4777 - Caroline Granton to arrange a visit.
Application forms and further details are available by e mailing Ms Caroline Granton, Director of Resources, Link School, caroline.granton@schools.sunderland.gov.uk, to whom completed applications should be returned
The school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. As part of our due diligence and to comply with our obligations in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search of publicly available information will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be subject to provide an enhanced DBS disclosure
Closing date: Friday 7th March 2025 Noon
Shortlisting date: To Be Confirmed
Interviews: To Be Confirmedandnbsp;
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