Principal: Mr J R Baddeley

Required September 2019

Learning Support Practitioner

Level 5, 32.5 hours per week, term time only

Actual salary £14,954 - £16,511

Temporary until August 2020      

The Governors of Maple Court Academy, part of the Alpha Academies Trust, are offering an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, skilled individual to join our friendly and professional team.  The post is to support EHCP pupils with SEMH needs in Year 6

“The Alpha Academies Trust sets a very clear vision for all of its educational providers: to champion the life chances of learners in the community it serves. This vision is systematically implemented in Maple Court Academy. As a result, pupils now receive good-quality education in a safe environment in which their best interests are uppermost.” Ofsted January 2016.

We are on a positive journey and are proud of the rapid improvements we are making. If you wish to join our good Academy, then please come and see for yourself. Visits to our Academy are warmly welcomed, please contact the Academy to arrange a mutually convenient appointment.

The successful candidate will

• Have experience of working with SEND needs to include: social, emotional, mental health difficulties with experience of language and learning needs being advantageous.
• Experience of delivering intervention on a one to one or small group basis.
• Be resilient, calm, hardworking, a good team player and always demonstrate a positive attitude.

  In return we can offer you

• An Academy where behaviour is good and standards are improving rapidly.

“Pupils behave very well. They are polite, courteous, friendly and respectful. Pupils adhere impressively to the Academy’s rules.” Ofsted January 2016.

• Fantastic CPD opportunities. We only work with the best trainers and coaches.
• A chance to be part of something special here at Maple Court Academy.

The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of     Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service along with other stringent vetting and induction processes.

If you feel that this position is of interest, you have the right experience and skills, then we would love to hear from you.  For details and an application form, please see our website, https://alphaacademiestrust.co.uk/vacancies/  Should you need any further information regarding your application please contact The Recruitment Team by email at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk

The Alpha Academies Trust requires an application form to be completed, please note CV’s alone will not be accepted.

Closing Date for this Post: Friday 20^th September 2019, 9.00am,

Interview Date:   To be confirmed