Organisation: Leicestershire County Council
Work Location: Oakfield Secondary Provision based at any of the following sites:
* Shepshed site LE12 9DB
* Loughborough site LE11 3DU
* Glenfield site LE3 8BQ
* Hinkley site LE10 0PR
Salary: £28,065 - £31,029 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Working Hours: 34 hrs per week (term time only)
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 26th April 2026
Interview Date(s): TBC
Oakfield Short Stay School is Leicestershire’s provision for primary and secondary school aged children who are at risk, or who have been permanently excluded from school. You will be part of a vital team in an exciting period of development, working with us to meet the needs of children and young people in the Secondary phase who struggle to manage in mainstream and need a different offer of education to secure their successful next steps.
About the Role
In co-operation with the Behaviour, Attendance, Pastoral and Belonging Lead, to provide a complementary service to that given by existing teachers and pastoral staff in School in addressing the needs of pupils/students who need help to overcome barriers to learning both inside and outside the school, in order to achieve their full potential. Our students have a variety of learning needs and learn in small groups. We are looking for a person who is creative, flexible, holistic, and has a trauma‑informed approach, to raise engagement and inspire our children to achieve remarkable outcomes. You will be at the heart of our mission, supporting us to engage our pupils and achieve high rates of attendance. The role would suit someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who can inspire others. Many of our young people present with challenging behaviour, and we are looking for someone who can demonstrate strong empathy and ability to intrinsically connect with pupils.
Key Responsibilities
* Teach and Inspire: To assist with the planning, delivery and evaluation of pupil interventions, including identifying how the pupils can best be supported.
* Support Reintegration: To run programmes for individuals or groups to help develop pupils' knowledge and confidence.
* Collaborate with Agencies: To liaise with teaching staff to set targets of re‑integration with pupils/students and the appropriate staff, keeping parents informed and evaluating achievement towards these goals.
* Promote Inclusion: Demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, ensuring all pupils feel valued and supported.
What We Offer
* Unique Learning Environment: Experience a diverse and dynamic workplace where every day is different.
* Professional Development: Access opportunities for professional growth and bespoke training.
* Supportive Team: Join a highly skilled and supportive team of practitioners.
* Make a Difference: Play a crucial role in transforming the lives of young people.
* Flexibility: Options for part‑time or full‑time work to suit your lifestyle.
A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post.
For information on our approach to the recruitment of ex‑offenders, please see our policy statement.
About You
* BTEC National/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, or demonstrable experience as identified below.
* Experience of working with pupils with special educational needs in a school, pupil referral unit or special school.
* Experience of supporting pupils who have low attendance in school or delivering interventions that remove barriers to education.
* Experience of working with external agencies.
* Competence in using ICT for routine purposes.
* The ability to work effectively with, relate to and command the confidence of a wide range of young people with families/carers.
* The ability to work effectively, relate to and command the confidence of teaching staff and senior management within the School/College.
* In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the selection process.
Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer.
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