Enhance Academy Trust is a growing Church of England MAT based in Wakefield and Kirklees. We currently have thirteen Primary academies and a Post 16 Creative and Performing Arts free school within the Trust and will grow to sixteen primary academies in September.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a successful and forward-looking academy trust. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading on implementing child protection and safeguarding policies, procedures and guidance for the school.
Here are some examples of the personal qualities and experience we are looking for:
1. Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding in an Education setting
2. Experience of working with or supporting disaffected students and students with behavioural issues
3. Experience of forging community/voluntary/parent and partner agency links
4. Understanding of pupil&©s welfare and pastoral needs
5. Able to set high standards and be a role model for students and staff
6. Excellent organisation skills and time management including ability to multitask and manage conflicting priorities
7. Flexible approach to work and a strong work ethic.
Why join Enhance Academy Trust?
As a Trust, we have developed a range of employee benefits. Here are just a few examples $ö
8. Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme
9. Physical and mental health support from a team of experienced nurses, counsellors, therapists, physiotherapists, consultants plus NHS GPs and private medical services.
10. GP consultations with experienced NHS doctors are available for our employees and members of their household, 24 hours a day, days a year and prescriptions (which have to paid for) can be delivered to local chemists.
11. Free annual flu jab
12. Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
13. A paid annual Wellbeing Day $ú a time for you to use the day for an activity which promotes your own individual health and wellbeing.
If you are seeking a fresh challenge, enjoy variety in your role and are looking for an opportunity to make a difference, we would welcome your application. Applications via this link If you would like further information about the role please contact:
Enhance Academy Trust has an absolute commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS. Online checks will also be completed for shortlisted candidates. The Trust values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all.
Closing date: 3 September
Interview date: 8 September