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Required to start as soon as possible, we are looking to appoint a highly motivated Activity Officer, with a passion for sport and exercise, to work alongside our positive, forward-thinking and dedicated team of teaching and support staff.
This role is perfect for a positive and professional individual with:
* Level 2 DfE recognised Teaching Assistant, Special Needs Assistant, EYFS or Childcare qualification OR Level 3 (or higher) qualification in any field with relevant experience e.g. working with children and young people with SEND
* Enthusiasm for learning about the therapeutic environment and supporting pupils with learning difficulties
* The ability to work constructively as part of a team
As a valued member of our team, you will:
* Deliver sport/exercise activities, such as rebound therapy and sensory swimming to individuals and groups as part of the therapy programme
* Be able to relate well to children and adults and in particular able to establish positive relationships with pupils
Sounds like you? Extensive training and support will be given to the right candidate with a passion to work in the field of SEND and Autism.
Thomas Bewick School is a specialist provision for autistic children and young people. We cater for children and young people aged 3 -19 years with a range of abilities and differences associated with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and all of our pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
The school is arranged over four different sites: Sites 1 and 2 are based in West Denton, we also have 2 satellite sites based in Denton Burn and Kenton. Our relevant, exciting and challenging curriculum is taught and supported by a team of caring, friendly and dedicated staff who are trained in a range of ASC specific approaches and strategies. All of our pupils have access to an autism specific environment with a range of specialist facilities and activities available to support different aspects of their learning and development.
To learn more about Thomas Bewick School and Prosper Learning Trust, please visit our websites.
Prosper Learning Trust was established in January 2018 to help vulnerable young people succeed against the odds. Four core values underpin everything we do as a Trust, these are Aspiration, Integrity, Resilience and Kindness. We are looking for staff who share those values and want to support our young people.
The Trust currently have 5 schools in the region:
* Newcastle Bridges School – Alternative Provision academy offering education to pupils unable to access mainstream school due to medical needs including hospitalised children and young people (3-19 years)
* Mary Astell Academy – Alternative Provision academy offering education to permanently excluded pupils and pupils who are struggling in mainstream school years)
* Thomas Bewick Special School – Special School academy for pupils with a diagnosis of autism (3-19 years)
* Harry Watts Academy – Special School academy for pupils with a diagnosis of autism (5-16 years)
* Gilbert Ward Academy – Special School academy for pupils with SEMH or a diagnosis of autism years)
Prosper Learning Trust was also recently named as the lead partner in the opening of a new Free School in Jarrow, South Tyneside. This school will be a Special School academy for pupils with SEMH (4-11 years).
The successful candidate will be deployed initially at Thomas Bewick School but will be expected to work at any Prosper Learning Trust site should the need arise.
Benefits of working for Prosper Learning Trust
The Trust is proud to say that we match the Real Living Wage and we also offer successful candidates:
* A friendly and supportive team of staff who are willing to share expertise and learn from one another
* Opportunities for career development and support with development through Trust wide Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes
* Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and support from the Trust's Wellbeing Network Group
* Access to either Teacher's Pension or Local Government Pension Scheme, each with favourable employer contribution rates.
* Employee centred policies that support you in and beyond the workplace
* Funded eye tests for DSE users (subject to T/Cs)
* Bike 2 Work scheme
For more information on why we think you should work for us see our Trust website, where you will also find videos of what our current staff think.
Please note that all successful candidates will be required to complete an online pre-employment medical questionnaire.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.69-£14.13 per hour
Expected hours: 37 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 10/10/2025
Expected start date: 01/11/2025