Job Details

Job introduction

Contract: 21 hours per week, term time  

Salary: Band 1b- £18,795- £19,554 FTE. Actual pay £9,204-£9,575 depending on experience.

Start date: ASAP

Application closing date: Monday 10th February 2020- midday

Interview date: Tuesday 25th February 2020

Completed applications should be sent to vacancies@kingsschoolhove.org.uk by noon on the closing date. Please note that we are only able to accept applications made via our application form. Applications made by C.V. or other application form will be rejected. Please also note that, in line with safer recruiting guidelines from the Department of Education, the school must request references prior to interview. Shortlisted candidates will be notified before referees are contacted.

About the role

King’s School is currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work with our SENDCo and Assistant SENDCo to undertake work, care and support programmes to facilitate learning of students. The role will entail working with a range of students on both a one-to-one and small group work basis, inside and outside of the classroom. If you are an outstanding practitioner with a passion for student learning and you want to be part of something new and exciting, we look forward to receiving your application.

This post is initially offered for 21 hours per week, term time only. The working pattern is to be agreed with the post holder’s line manager, to meet the needs of the department and will be across a minimum of three days per week. There is the possibility of an extension to these working hours for the academic year 2020-21 depending on the needs of the school. There is some flexibility in the working pattern for the right candidate, and working arrangements will be discussed at interview. If you have any questions about possible working patterns, please contact vacancies@kingsschoolhove.org.uk.

King’s School is an ecumenical Christian School in the Diocese of Chichester. The school opened its doors to its first cohort of students in September 2013. There are currently just over 600 students in years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, and a team of over 60 teachers and support staff.

The school received its first Ofsted inspection in 2015 and received a rating of good with outstanding features. School leadership and pupil behaviour were rated ‘outstanding’, and the school was praised as “an exceptionally harmonious community”. We are keen to continue driving improvement and are seeking to appoint dedicated teaching staff who will support the school’s development and growth.

Our work and relationships are based upon the four core Christian values of Love, Forgiveness, Respect and Responsibility and through these we encourage and support every student and member of staff to be the best that they can be.

We have recently moved into new, purpose built, permanent accommodation in Hangleton. This move marks a new phase in the school’s growth and development, making this an exciting and interesting time to join our growing team!

What are we looking for?

• Experience working with students with SEND
• Commitment to whole child education and equality of opportunity
• Flexibility, adaptability and resilience

Please see the attached job description for a full profile of the role.

Why join King’s School?

• Enthusiastic, committed and supportive staff team
• Range of opportunities for professional development
• Exciting opportunities in school development
• Excellent support through our sponsor- Russell Education Trust
• Close proximity to the vibrant city of Brighton

The closing date for applications is Monday 10th February 2020- midday. Shortlisted candidates will be asked for interview shortly after close of applications. If you wish to apply for this position, please visit our website for the application form and further information   www.kingsschoolhove.org.uk

We are completely committed to safeguarding the welfare of our students. Those who work for us are expected to share this commitment, which will be fully tested as part of the selection process.  This selection will include an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Our policies, procedures and practices reflect our commitment to equality and diversity. Individuals will be selected for appointment based purely on their suitability for the post.

King’s School is a Free School which takes funding from the department for Education and operates as any other state school. Our sponsor is the Russell Education Trust which is an organisation staffed solely by Educational Professionals (and not by private business).

 

Additional information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Points-based Immigration System.

From 6 April 2011 the Home Office has placed a permanent restriction on the number of migrant workers that all Tier 2 (General) Sponsors can recruit. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

Company information

Brighton & Hove City Council is advertising on behalf of the school and is not the employer in this case.

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

 

Files

• Job Description and Person Specification
• Application Form
• School Advert