Behaviour Support Worker - Horizons

Behaviour Support Worker

Start date to be agreed with the successful candidate.

C1 (SCP 12-17) £28,598 - £31,022
Actual Salary £24,597 - £26,681

Contract:

37 Hours Per Week, Term Time Only + 1 Working Week

John Smeaton Academy is seeking to recruit an inspirational colleague for the role of Behaviour Support Worker. This role is of great importance to our work as an Academy. The successful candidate will work in partnership with the Key Stage 3 and 4 Behaviour Leaders and Senior Leaders in charge of behaviour to assist with the effective leadership and running of the phase.

The position would be for specific deployment to Horizons, our onsite Resource Provision catering for young people with an EHCP who have an identified need around complex communication and/or autism.

• Grade 4 (C) and above in GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
• NVQ 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification or experience.
• Working knowledge of the national curriculum and other relevant learning programmes.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults and support families with students' challenging behaviour.
• Experience of working with students with additional needs.

• Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme, depending on the role.
• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• £2,000 Cycle to Work scheme.

At the heart of all that we do are our core values of Kindness, Ambition, Dedication and Respect. Our students, their parents/carers and our colleagues are committed to the mission of the academy – ensuring that all young people "Secure the Gift of Choice" regardless of socio-economic background. We design a curriculum that instils exceptional standards, removes barriers, builds resilience and promotes creativity, inspiring students to develop a passion for learning inside and beyond the classroom.

Closing date for applications:
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Interviews will take place: TBC
Candidates will be shortlisted and invited to interview while this advert remains live; if a successful candidate is found the advert will be withdrawn. We therefore strongly encourage you to apply as soon as possible so you do not miss out on this opportunity.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.

Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme, or having secured any other relevant work visa. Please note that, as a sponsor licence holder, we only provide sponsorship for teacher vacancies.