What skills and experience we're looking for
ESSENTIALQUALIFICATIONS
5 good GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Further Level 3 or above qualifications: A-Levels or level 3 Vocational
Degree in relevant subject
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
Be able to work effectively within a team
Be able to produce reports in a timely manner and carry out basic administrative tasks
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE
Have experience of supporting students with SEND
Have experience of supporting students with challenging behaviour
Have experience of supporting students, specifically to improve their literacy or numeracy skills
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Be able to relate to young people
Be able to supervise and assist students
Have good communication, numeracy and literacy skills
Have good IT skills, particularly in the use of Microsoft packages
Have good organisational skills
DESIRABLE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Have comprehensive knowledge of classroom roles and responsibilities
Have a first aid certificate or be willing to undergo training to achieve this
Have a knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Be able to actively support and promote the Christian Ethos of the Academy
Have the ability to establish good working relationships with staff and other stakeholders
Have the ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with students
Be a team player used to working collaboratively
Be willing to undergo training as necessary
Have energy, ambition and enthusiasm for oneself and the students in your care
Have a commitment to an inclusive ethos with the belief that ‘every student counts’
Be adaptable and resilient
Be flexible with an ability to respond to emerging initiatives which support students learning
Be proactive in supporting colleagues
Possess a good sense of humour Be professional in relation to conduct, appearance, punctuality and attendance
Be willing to attend relevant CPD and support the CPD of others
What the school offers its staff
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
- NJC pay scale: NJC5 – NJC7 (£24,790 - £25,584 pro rata) Actual Salary £17,324 - £17,879.
- Term time plus 3 days.
- Potential for a job share.
- Local Government pension scheme.
- Access to Employee Assistance programme offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health and legal advice.
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and support to develop your career.
Commitment to safeguarding
St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.