What skills and experience we're looking for
• Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent, in both English and Maths (C)
• Recognised and relevant vocational qualification (NVQ level 3) and/or equivalent proven practical work experience
• Willingness and ability to obtain and/or enhance qualifications and training for development in the post
• Previous experience of working with young people, preferably in a school setting
• Ability to work effectively with children of a relevant age group
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Good ICT skills (Microsoft packages)
• Ability to build positive relationships with all stakeholders, especially parents/carers
• Ability to work effectively as a team
• Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality
• Ability and willingness to inspire students and get the best out of them
• Efficient and effective organisation skills
• Ability to motivate others
What the school offers its staff
We offer an extensive range of opportunities, incentives and benefits with this post including:
• Holiday Entitlement. minimum 35 days(subject to pro rata if working part-time and dependent upon salary and continuous service) including statutory Bank Holidays.
• Financial, offering unlimited access to a huge range of discounts on holidays, days out, retailer and cashback deals inc. Curry’s, John Lewis, Tesco and B&Q to name but a few.
• Lifestyle and Wellbeing, discounted & flexible gym memberships, eye care vouchers, cycle 2 work/Technology scheme, free annual flu jab and 24/7 access to a market leading Employee Assistance Programme providing expert information specialist advisors trained by Citizens Advice and access to professionally qualified counsellors accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
• Motoring, access to an employee vehicle leasing scheme*,discounted vehicle repairs and discounts on car/van hire.
• Pension, excellent employer/employee contributory pension scheme with the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)
• Personal and professional, we offer a range of training and development opportunities for you to grow and develop.
*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained.
Commitment to safeguarding
Carlton le Willows Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS Check).