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The post is to provide a PFSA service to the following schools with the indicative time spent in those schools indicated in brackets.
Ansford Academy (54%)
Castle Cary Community Primary School (21%)
Ditcheat Primary School (9%)
Keinton Mandeville Primary School (16%)
It will be necessary for the successful candidate to be able to travel between schools and some home visits will be necessary. Therefore the ability to drive is considered necessary for the role.
The post is hosted by Ansford Academy as part of the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership.
Core Purpose:
Provide advice and guidance to children/young people, families and schools, to encourage their involvement in the school environment, encourage the positive participation of the students in the learning environment of the school, and improve the learning opportunities for those students.
Investigate the circumstances behind absences or contributing causing children and young people to be unable to make best use of time at school and, if appropriate, help resolve difficulties and identify areas that may be of concern in the near future.
Enable the focus of attention on likely causes to provide a preventative option for the school and other agencies.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons and head teachers must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. An Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required from the successful candidate.This vacancy is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act as the work brings employees into contact with children who are regarded by the Act as a vulnerable group.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity or religion. We are also committed to the protection and safety of students. We expect all adults who work at the Academy to take full responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students at this Academy.