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On Track Education West Yarner/Seale Hayne is a mixed, day special school. The school provides education for up to 40 pupils aged 7-16 who benefit from small group and individualised learning.  West Yarner is situated on the outskirts of Dartington and is a base for our primary age children (KS1/KS2). Seale Hayne Business Centre is our school site for our secondary age children. All children have individualised timetables with a range of enrichment activities, which are lined to their personalised targets within their EHCPs.

Due to expansion we are looking for an additional Education Support Worker. You will be expected to work across both sites and therefore must be able to drive and have access to your own vehicle.

THE JOB:

• Provide individual support and supervision for students aged between 7-16, encouraging their engagement in the learning process, working towards agreed aims and objectives.
• Plan and deliver parts of the learning or intervention programme for the young people.
• Work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils as part of a professional team contributing towards meeting the academic, social, behavioural and emotional needs of young people.
• Deliver intervention sessions for pupils on a 1:1 basis both on and off site

For further information on the school and this job role please read the Information Pack for Job Applicants

THE PERSON:

• Experience of working with children and young people
• An interest in supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning
• A commitment to positive behaviour management
• Good general standard of education including GCSE Grade 4 in English and Maths
• Full driving licence for at least two years and use of own car as you will be requried to work between sites and transport pupils

THE COMPANY:

• Our holistic approach to education with a focus on emotional and social development
• The opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of children who can be educationally overlooked
• To work as part of a dedicated and supportive team
• To experience a different ethos regarding education

Salary

£23,940 per annum. Company benefits include pension, retailer discounts, online GP, employee wellbeing programme.

Working hours 

845am to 445pm Monday to Friday.

Closing date

For further information on the school and the role please contact recruitment@ontrackeducation.com

Application form to be submitted by 5pm Wednesday 2nd October 2024. Please note that applications will be viewed on receipt, we reserve the right to close the role early.

On Track Education Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Robust safeguarding checks will be undertaken before the appointment is confirmed including a full Disclosure and Barring Service check.

On Track places safeguarding at the heart of all that it does and all staff are expected to be mindful of safeguarding and child protection issues in relation to all pupils

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 therefore certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed, and if they are disclosed, we cannot take them into account.

We are an Equal Opportunities organisation, totally Committed 2 Equality. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

Support, nurture, inspire, empower.

About our school:

Independent special school for pupils aged 7-16 who benefit from small group and individualised learning.
West Yarner is situated on the outskirts of Dartington and is a base predominately for our primary age children (KS1/KS2). Seale Hayne Business Centre is our school site for our secondary age children.
All children have individualised timetables with a range of enrichment activities, which are lined to their personalised targets within their EHCPs.
There is a focus on social and emotional development and a motivational and progressive curriculum underpinned by the therapeutic principles of THRIVE®
We require a Deputy Head for the West Yarner site so you will be based here, however, you must be able to drive and have your own car due to offsite visits.

Personal Attributes:

A motivational SEN leader
The skills and ability to empower and develop others
A holistic approach to the social and emotional development of pupils
A commitment to positive behaviour management 
Integrity and professionalism

Main Purpose:

To be accountable as the school’s leader for curriculum intent, implementation and impact
To develop a motivational and progressive curriculum underpinned by the therapeutic principles of THRIVE
To work alongside the Head Teacher to ensure that the school meets independent school standards
To deputise for the Head Teacher in their absence
To lead the school to have the characteristics to be judged as outstanding
To ensure the school effectively safeguards each pupil
To inspire confidence in, and act as a role model, to pupils and staff
To provide unconditional care, nurture and support for each pupil
For further information on the school and this job role please read the Information Pack for Job Applicants

Why work for On Track?

To be part of a nationwide group of schools and innovative professionals
The opportunity to lead a school which has children’s needs at the heart of all that it does
To work as part of a dedicated and supportive team
Generous pension scheme

Salary:

£39,300 to £45,150 per annum dependent on qualifications and experience.

Closing date:

For further information and an application form contact recruitment@ontrackeducation.com .  Completed application forms to be submitted by 5pm on Thursday 14th November 2024.

On Track Education Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Robust safeguarding checks will be undertaken before the appointment is confirmed including a full Disclosure and Barring Service check.

On Track places safeguarding at the heart of all that it does and all staff are expected to be mindful of safeguarding and child protection issues in relation to all pupils

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 therefore certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed, and if they are disclosed, we cannot take them into account.

We are an Equal Opportunities organisation, totally Committed 2 Equality. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.