Higher Level Support Assistant

Higher Level Support Assistant

THIS IS A CATEGORY "E" POST.
Please note that in all cases written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers BEFORE the final selection stage; even if you indicate otherwise

Ref:

SNT3995(e)

Full time - term time

£30,296 - £33,024 per annum pro rata, actual £25,985 - £28,324 per annum

This school has Academy status and is part of The Gosforth Group; the employer will be the Multi Academy Trust.

Gosforth Junior High Academy

Regent Avenue

Gosforth

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE3 1EE

Fixed Term Contract Maternity Cover for up to 1 year or the return of the substantive postholder

You will be employed by the Gosforth Group and may need to work across all locations within the Multi Academy Trust as required.

Start date: September 2024

About the Trust

Gosforth Group are a dynamic and diverse Multi Academy Trust - this means we have a clear energy and purpose and all students are valued equally, regardless of their background or ability. We are a growing multi-academy trust currently comprising of 6 academies, two of which opened in September 2021. The Trust currently has approx. 6000 students and 650 staff. ‘Create your future’ encapsulates our purpose as a Multi Academy Trust: to educate, support and nurture all of our students so they can achieve their potential and fulfil their ambitious aspirations.

About the Academy

‘Pupils are polite and courteous. Pupils' behaviour is exceptionally good.’ - Ofsted, 2023

‘Staff enjoy working at the school. They feel valued by leaders and well-supported.’ - Ofsted, 2023

Gosforth Junior High Academy is a thriving middle school where staff are highly valued and supported. As a school we are committed to providing the very best education for pupils from Year 5 to Year 8.

About the role

We are seeking a HLTA (maternity cover) to join our support staff team at Gosforth Junior High Academy. You will work closely with our other HLTA and SENCo to provide support to students in our school. First and foremost, we are looking for someone who is passionate about working with young people and is a creative, ‘hands on’ colleague. The role will include mentoring and supporting individual students, assisting teachers in facilitating teaching and learning activities, meeting with parents and assisting students in line with the school’s policies and procedures. You should have experience of working in a learning environment and an appropriate level of Teaching Assistant qualification or experience for this role.

Inspected in November 2023, the school was awarded a &lsquo;Good&rsquo; rating by Ofsted citing that we have high ambitions and expectations of our students and that they are exceptionally well behaved. We strongly recommend you read our report, which can be found <a href&#61;https://www.juniorhighacademy.org.uk/about-the-academy/ofsted-report>he…;.

What we need:

<ul>

<li>Someone with excellent oral and written communication skills</li>

<li>Someone with excellent numeracy/literacy skills</li>

<li>Someone with experience of working and providing support in a learning environment</li>

<li>Someone with experience of working with young people</li>

<li>Someone who can demonstrate a good understanding of SEND</li>

<li>The ability to be firm and fair with our students in a range of contexts, including in a classroom</li>

<li>A sympathetic understanding of broad needs of KS2 and KS3 aged students</li>

<li>Attention to detail</li>

<li>An effective team player</li>

<li>A colleague who is a problem solver and wants to ensure the best possible environment and outcomes for all students. </li>

</ul>

What we can offer:

<ul>

<li>An opportunity to work with highly skilled professionals</li>

<li>Enthusiastic and motivated students who &lsquo;are engaged in their learning and curious to learn more.&rsquo; (Ofsted, 2023)</li>

<li>An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development</li>

<li>A school with its community at heart</li>

<li>An exciting programme of staff well-being activities</li>

<li>Wider career development opportunities to be involved in across the Gosforth Group</li>

</ul>

This is an exceptional opportunity to make a difference within a positive and exciting environment. If you share our community&rsquo;s ethos of progression, diversity and dynamism then we would be delighted to hear from you.

We hope you&rsquo;ll visit our website to find out more about us.

https://www.juniorhighacademy.org.uk/

https://www.gosforthroup.org.uk

If you would like to visit our school or have any questions about the role, please email Mrs Tracey Wood, PA to the Principal, at Tracey.Wood@ga.newcastle.sch.uk. Please note that there is not an expectation for you to visit the school before application.

To apply

Please complete an application form and email to hr@ga.newcastle.sch.uk

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.

Closing date: 9.00am Friday 24th May 2024

Interviews will be held shortly after

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means certain spent convictions and cautions are &lsquo;protected&rsquo;. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the <a href&#61;https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-filtering-guidance>DBS filtering guide</a> and you can view our <a href&#61;https://www.jesmondparkacademy.org.uk/_filecache/980/a13/3893-policy-st… on the Employment of Ex-offenders here</a>.

Gosforth Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will normally be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks, including an online check.

The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Following the shortlisting process, where applicable, candidates who attend interview, will be reimbursed reasonable expenses for travel and accommodation.

Fixed Term

Closing date:

24 May 2024