Education Support Worker (School Based) - Broomfield South SILC
Organisation: Schools
Directorate: Secondary Schools
Service Area: Broomfield South SILC
Hours: 32.5 per week - term time only + 5 training days
Number of Jobs: 1
Location(s): Leeds and surrounding areas
Position type: Permanent
Grade: C1
Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Broomfield South SILC.
Hours of work: Based in Complex Communication and ASC provision with the main site of Broomfield South SILC and out in the community dependent on the needs of the young person.
Responsible to: Assistant Headteacher Personal Development
Welcome to our school, Broomfield SILC is a generic special school for pupils aged 2 to 19 years with 4 sites: our main site and 3 partnership sites at Windmill Primary, Rodillian Secondary and our new Post-16 partnership site at the White Rose Business Park called Future Steps. The SILC is based in the South of Leeds and caters for a wide range of needs from moderate learning difficulties to complex and multiple learning needs, Autism, and social and emotional and mental health needs. We are a very popular choice for parents and carers and currently have 273 pupils on roll.
Broomfield secured a ‘Good’ Ofsted in March 2023 where inspectors commented that leaders have ‘high ambitions’ and ‘high aspirations for all pupils’ and that ‘staff are proud to work in our school’. Our school community is committed to supporting young people to fulfil their potential, particularly focusing on communication, independence, and emotional regulation.
We have exciting opportunities for full-time permanent C1 positions as Education Support Workers to work within our Complex Communication and ASC provision. These roles are suitable for candidates who have experience working with Autistic individuals with complex communication needs and SEMH. Candidates with experience in education, adult services, and social care will be considered.
The successful candidate will have the following qualities:
* Ability to relate well to children, young people, and adults
* Excellent team player
* Resilience
* Ability to use initiative
* Problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication skills
* Positive ‘can do’ attitude
* Dedication to improving outcomes for complex young people
* Willingness to learn, reflect, and share effective practice with others
In return we can offer:
* Working with inspirational pupils and staff who are respectful, creative, and resilient
* The support of a professional, knowledgeable, and inclusive staff team
* A comprehensive CPD programme with potential for career development
* An opportunity to be an integral part of the young people's journeys and a real sense of achievement
* A workplace that listens to all staff and values their skillset and contribution
We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age, or disability. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Access: The Broomfield main site and our partnership sites have disabled access facilities, including a lift.
For further details and recruitment pack please contact Broomfield South SILC by email at broomfield@broomfieldschool.org.uk, visit our website; www.broomfieldschool.org.uk or by telephoning Ruth Hall on 0113 277 1603.
Please note that Broomfield South SILC operates a No Smoking or Vaping policy.
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