To work as a Pupil Support Worker, providing support to the teacher and the pupils within an assigned group. In addition to agreed responsibilities of Pupil Support Worker and any reasonable direction from the Head Teacher or member of the Senior Leadership Team the Pupil Support Worker will:
Responsibilities
* Support pupils' emotional, social and behavioural wellbeing.
* Assist teachers in developing and implementing individual educational programmes.
* Support individual and small groups of pupils across a broad and balanced curriculum.
* Work with individual and small groups of pupils on educational activities.
* Prepare materials and equipment.
* Occasionally transport pupils home after detentions and educational visits, etc.
* Record relevant educational, social and behavioural information within an agreed framework.
* Implement agreed individual educational/behavioural programmes.
* Promote the social and emotional development of pupils through positive approaches that encourage appropriate relationships and the development of self-esteem.
* Accompany class groups on external educational visits.
* Assist subject teacher in group and individual behavioural management, within the agreed school framework.
Qualification and Experience
* Ideally Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths.
About Outcomes First Group / Acorn Education
At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first. We're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join #teamOFG.
Belmont Secondary is an independent, specialist day school for boys 11 to 18, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life. We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them both academically and socially to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live. This opportunity is within commutable distance of Rawtenstall, Bury, Burnley and surrounding areas. We are part of Acorn Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career.
Acorn Education is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running.
Why join Acorn Education? We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits and Recruitment
* You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.
* Outcomes First Group is committed to a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed, we do not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other costs incurred due to delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to safeguarding checks and statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
* Health and wellbeing benefits including life assurance, pension options, and access to a wellbeing support platform with a wide range of health and wellbeing services and discounts.
* Cycle to Work Schemes, Electric Car Purchase Scheme, Critical illness cover, and Family Growth Support (including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support).
Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
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