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Life Multi-Academy Trust Bosworth Academy and The Winstanley School
Learning Support Assistant 8th January 2018 until 31st July 2018 Temporary in the first instance Paid at Grade 5 27.25 hours per week, plus training days Salary range dependent on experience and expertise £9,917 to £10,347 per annum
Content
Vision, Values and Ethos of our Trust and Schools
Page 3-4
Vacancy Advert for both schools
Page 5
Letter from the Head of Schools
Page 6
Job Description
Page 7-8
Personnel Specification
Page 8
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Vision, Values and Ethos Vision We have a compelling desire to provide high quality, personalised and rounded education for everyone, right in the heart of our local community. We believe that that no school can be deemed successful unless all those around it are also successful, popular and flourishing. Hence we believe that dynamic, mutually accountable collaboration and challenge between local schools as members of the LiFE MAT is the cornerstone of our future success. Each school is seen as a leader of and vital to its local community; each school is regarded as fundamental to the identity of its surrounding community. Values Ensuring that every student achieves positive, life changing outcomes. Providing a whole education: academic excellence co-existing with an exceptional commitment to activity beyond. The relentless pursuit of excellence by; expecting this of every person, every day; recognising and celebrating behaviours that lead to great progress and promoting and celebrating elite performance inside school and in the wider world. Valuing the diversity and qualities of our staff and students. Ensuring that all students and staff feel known, appreciated and supported. Committing whole-heartedly to collaboration within, between and beyond our academies. Mission Long term goal Outcomes equal to the best nationally and internationally for every school and every child. Every child receives a truly rounded education resulting in a strong moral compass, a globally competitive skill set and a confident sense of self. Every school is a hub for community activities, a centre for extended services and a source of immense pride for students, their families and other local stakeholders. Providing high quality buildings, engaging classrooms and excellent sporting facilities. Delivering innovative learning resources and materials. Ensuring a well-disciplined and caring environment. Exploiting cutting edge technologies to expand the opportunities for students, staff and our community to benefit from learning in a digital age. Medium term objectives
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Each school is confident and thriving in its development; schools are beyond challenge from OFSTED in achieving the aims and values of the LIFE MAT.
Vision, Values and Ethos Bosworth Academy Vision:
Bosworth Academy is consistently outstanding in both OFSTED terms but more importantly in its delivery of outcomes for young people in and for, our community. Bosworth Academy is an unstoppable force for affecting social mobility.
‘No student will underachieve’ means: Outstanding outcomes for every child of every ability from every background no matter what the barriers. Values: ‘Be better than you thought you could be’ means: We understand that our role is not to ensure students reach their potential, it is to help define that potential.
Ethos:
We do this in an environment which is inclusive, exciting, varied and highly aspirational. The individual is recognised and celebrated. We strive for excellence and challenge in all that we do and seek out feedback and positive criticism. We believe in the capacity for continual improvement and appreciate the role of leadership. We never give up and never accept that our work is done. We enjoy and achieve and embrace our responsibility as a force for good. We can and will make a difference through the empowerment of learning.
The Winstanley School Widening horizons and enabling excellence Staff and Students have created the values that Winstanley stands for in promoting learning for life All members of the community SHINE by: Supporting others Hard work Independence Never giving up Excellence Everything we do is related to these values: We want all members of The Winstanley School community to shine brighter than they thought they could
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The Advert Learning Support Assistant 8th January 2018 until 31st July 2018 Temporary in the first instance Paid at Grade 5 27.25 hours per week, plus 5 training days Salary range dependent on experience and expertise £9,917 to £10,347 per annum Bosworth Academy and The Winstanley School are seeking to appoint committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to work with the SENCO in supporting SEN students in lessons at both of our schools (The Winstanley School and Bosworth Academy). The successful candidate will have the desire to ensure that our core value of ‘no student will underachieve’ is fulfilled, and the ability to translate this for students in their care *NB The academy reserves the right to terminate this contract at any time during this fixed term contract with appropriate notice should the student no longer require the support. Bosworth Academy is the lead school in the LiFE Multi Academy Trust which has been recognised by Ofsted as an ‘Outstanding’ school in our recent inspection (3-4th October 2017) Application forms and further details may be obtained from Mrs Carly Harper (HR Manager) at the address below or can be downloaded from www.bosworthacademy.org.uk The closing date for completed applications is 9am on Monday 27th November 2017 “The LiFE Multi-Academy Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment” Bosworth Academy Leicester Lane, Desford, Leicester. LE9 9JL Tel 01455 822841, email [email protected] Head of School at Bosworth Academy: Simon Brown Co-Heads of School at The Winstanley School: Dave Bennett and Gareth Williams Executive Head Teacher for the LiFE Multi Academy Trust: Chris Parkinson
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November 2017 Dear Applicant Learning Support Assistant vacancy (temporary in the first instance) Thank you for your interest in the above post. Bosworth Academy and The Winstanley Schools are popular and expanding 11-19 and 11-16 schools, which are increasingly the schools of choice for parents in their areas. The LiFE Multi academy Trust is seeking to appoint committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to work with the SENCO in supporting SEN students across the schools. The successful candidate will have the desire to ensure that our core value of ‘no student will underachieve’ and ‘shine brighter than they thought they could’ is fulfilled. *NB The academy reserves the right to terminate this contract at any time during this fixed term contract with appropriate notice should the student no longer require the support. The schools are a welcoming and friendly place to work. The following information is included in this pack: Job Profile and Personnel Specification, An application form can be downloaded from our website, Details of our most recent Ofsted report can also be found on our website or Ofsted’s. If you are interested in applying for our post, please complete the following: Application form, Letter (of no more than two sides of A4), outlining your experience and how your appointment might contribute to the future life chances of our students. The Personnel Specification indicates the specific skills and qualities we are interested. Further details about the Academy can be found on the website at www.bosworthacademy.org.uk. Your completed application form and letter should be sent to Mrs Carly Harper via email to [email protected] or posted to the address below, by 9am on 27th November 2017. If you have any queries on any aspect of the application or need additional information please contact Mrs Carly Harper, HR Manager on 01455 822841. We look forward to receiving your application. Yours sincerely
Simon Brown Head of School
Gareth Williams and Dave Bennett Co-heads of School
Chris Parkinson Executive Head Teacher
Job Profile
School:
Bosworth Academy and The Winstanley School
Job Title:
Learning Support Assistants – Special Educational Needs
Grade:
5 (Points 9-11) 27.25 hours per week term time plus 5 training days until 31st July 2018 in the first instance. Actual salary in the region of £9,917 to £10,347 dependent of experience.
Responsible To:
The SENCO through the SEND Support Co-ordinator and class teachers or if in a specific department the Team Leader.
Key Relationships/ Liaison with:
The Maximising Learning Team, Departments, Class Teachers, Support Staff, other members of the Learning Support Department, Representatives of External Agencies, e.g. Education Psychologists, etc.
Job Purpose:
To provide in-class support within a specific department or support throughout the The LiFE Multi Academy Trust for named students with EHC plans or who are on the Register of Special Needs. Supervising and supporting student learning in classes across the curriculum. This may involve modifying resources, working one to one, or in a small group of students under the direction of the class teacher. It is important that LSAs liaise with class teachers and with the SENCO to inform the monitoring of student progress. LSAs also have a mentoring role with named students across the The Multi Academy Trust.
Main duties and responsibilities: The activities and responsibilities listed below are examples of the type of tasks that are expected of the post holder. These may vary over a period of time. To prepare resources under the direction of the Team Leader or class teacher. To work with and build a positive relationship with students. Working with students on a 1-1 basis and in small groups, under the supervision of the class teacher. Be organised and prepared for lessons. To follow the directions of the class teacher/instructor in lessons. To contribute to the administrative procedures in the Learning Support Department under the direction of the SENCO and/or SEND Support Co-ordinator. To have knowledge of SEN Code of Practice and Academy policy. To implement Academy Policies and procedures in relation to: o Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities, Behaviour etc. To contribute to reports on student progress and behaviour. To support students under exam conditions. To oversee our lunchtime clubs at KS3.
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Job Profile Continued and Personnel Specification This job description sets out the duties and responsibilities of the post at the time when it was drawn up. Such duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post. *NB The academy reserves the right to terminate this contract at any time during this fixed term contract with appropriate notice should the student no longer require the support.
Personnel Specification ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
Understanding of the importance of supportive student/teacher relationships Ability to communicate effectively with young people and adults. Good numeracy and literacy skills - GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths
Evidence of effective relationships with young people. Evidence of good working relations with a range of people
Ability to work well within a team Good organisational skills
Evidence of organisational ability
Self-motivated, ability to work on own Good ICT skills. Willingness to develop and attend training as necessary.
Recent ICT qualification
Ability to work under pressure and react calmly to confrontation
Evidence of meeting deadlines and ability to prioritise
Able to be totally confidential and discreet Recent record of good health, attendance and punctuality. Qualification / specialism or interest to work within a specific department Completion of Enhanced DBS disclosure
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Life Multi-Academy Trust Bosworth Academy and The Winstanley School
Learning Support Assistant 8th January 2018 until 31st July 2018 Temporary in the first instance Paid at Grade 5 27.25 hours per week, plus training days Salary range dependent on experience and expertise £9,917 to £10,347 per annum
Content
Vision, Values and Ethos of our Trust and Schools
Page 3-4
Vacancy Advert for both schools
Page 5
Letter from the Head of Schools
Page 6
Job Description
Page 7-8
Personnel Specification
Page 8
2
Vision, Values and Ethos Vision We have a compelling desire to provide high quality, personalised and rounded education for everyone, right in the heart of our local community. We believe that that no school can be deemed successful unless all those around it are also successful, popular and flourishing. Hence we believe that dynamic, mutually accountable collaboration and challenge between local schools as members of the LiFE MAT is the cornerstone of our future success. Each school is seen as a leader of and vital to its local community; each school is regarded as fundamental to the identity of its surrounding community. Values Ensuring that every student achieves positive, life changing outcomes. Providing a whole education: academic excellence co-existing with an exceptional commitment to activity beyond. The relentless pursuit of excellence by; expecting this of every person, every day; recognising and celebrating behaviours that lead to great progress and promoting and celebrating elite performance inside school and in the wider world. Valuing the diversity and qualities of our staff and students. Ensuring that all students and staff feel known, appreciated and supported. Committing whole-heartedly to collaboration within, between and beyond our academies. Mission Long term goal Outcomes equal to the best nationally and internationally for every school and every child. Every child receives a truly rounded education resulting in a strong moral compass, a globally competitive skill set and a confident sense of self. Every school is a hub for community activities, a centre for extended services and a source of immense pride for students, their families and other local stakeholders. Providing high quality buildings, engaging classrooms and excellent sporting facilities. Delivering innovative learning resources and materials. Ensuring a well-disciplined and caring environment. Exploiting cutting edge technologies to expand the opportunities for students, staff and our community to benefit from learning in a digital age. Medium term objectives
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Each school is confident and thriving in its development; schools are beyond challenge from OFSTED in achieving the aims and values of the LIFE MAT.
Vision, Values and Ethos Bosworth Academy Vision:
Bosworth Academy is consistently outstanding in both OFSTED terms but more importantly in its delivery of outcomes for young people in and for, our community. Bosworth Academy is an unstoppable force for affecting social mobility.
‘No student will underachieve’ means: Outstanding outcomes for every child of every ability from every background no matter what the barriers. Values: ‘Be better than you thought you could be’ means: We understand that our role is not to ensure students reach their potential, it is to help define that potential.
Ethos:
We do this in an environment which is inclusive, exciting, varied and highly aspirational. The individual is recognised and celebrated. We strive for excellence and challenge in all that we do and seek out feedback and positive criticism. We believe in the capacity for continual improvement and appreciate the role of leadership. We never give up and never accept that our work is done. We enjoy and achieve and embrace our responsibility as a force for good. We can and will make a difference through the empowerment of learning.
The Winstanley School Widening horizons and enabling excellence Staff and Students have created the values that Winstanley stands for in promoting learning for life All members of the community SHINE by: Supporting others Hard work Independence Never giving up Excellence Everything we do is related to these values: We want all members of The Winstanley School community to shine brighter than they thought they could
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The Advert Learning Support Assistant 8th January 2018 until 31st July 2018 Temporary in the first instance Paid at Grade 5 27.25 hours per week, plus 5 training days Salary range dependent on experience and expertise £9,917 to £10,347 per annum Bosworth Academy and The Winstanley School are seeking to appoint committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to work with the SENCO in supporting SEN students in lessons at both of our schools (The Winstanley School and Bosworth Academy). The successful candidate will have the desire to ensure that our core value of ‘no student will underachieve’ is fulfilled, and the ability to translate this for students in their care *NB The academy reserves the right to terminate this contract at any time during this fixed term contract with appropriate notice should the student no longer require the support. Bosworth Academy is the lead school in the LiFE Multi Academy Trust which has been recognised by Ofsted as an ‘Outstanding’ school in our recent inspection (3-4th October 2017) Application forms and further details may be obtained from Mrs Carly Harper (HR Manager) at the address below or can be downloaded from www.bosworthacademy.org.uk The closing date for completed applications is 9am on Monday 27th November 2017 “The LiFE Multi-Academy Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment” Bosworth Academy Leicester Lane, Desford, Leicester. LE9 9JL Tel 01455 822841, email [email protected] Head of School at Bosworth Academy: Simon Brown Co-Heads of School at The Winstanley School: Dave Bennett and Gareth Williams Executive Head Teacher for the LiFE Multi Academy Trust: Chris Parkinson
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November 2017 Dear Applicant Learning Support Assistant vacancy (temporary in the first instance) Thank you for your interest in the above post. Bosworth Academy and The Winstanley Schools are popular and expanding 11-19 and 11-16 schools, which are increasingly the schools of choice for parents in their areas. The LiFE Multi academy Trust is seeking to appoint committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to work with the SENCO in supporting SEN students across the schools. The successful candidate will have the desire to ensure that our core value of ‘no student will underachieve’ and ‘shine brighter than they thought they could’ is fulfilled. *NB The academy reserves the right to terminate this contract at any time during this fixed term contract with appropriate notice should the student no longer require the support. The schools are a welcoming and friendly place to work. The following information is included in this pack: Job Profile and Personnel Specification, An application form can be downloaded from our website, Details of our most recent Ofsted report can also be found on our website or Ofsted’s. If you are interested in applying for our post, please complete the following: Application form, Letter (of no more than two sides of A4), outlining your experience and how your appointment might contribute to the future life chances of our students. The Personnel Specification indicates the specific skills and qualities we are interested. Further details about the Academy can be found on the website at www.bosworthacademy.org.uk. Your completed application form and letter should be sent to Mrs Carly Harper via email to [email protected] or posted to the address below, by 9am on 27th November 2017. If you have any queries on any aspect of the application or need additional information please contact Mrs Carly Harper, HR Manager on 01455 822841. We look forward to receiving your application. Yours sincerely
Simon Brown Head of School
Gareth Williams and Dave Bennett Co-heads of School
Chris Parkinson Executive Head Teacher
Job Profile
School:
Bosworth Academy and The Winstanley School
Job Title:
Learning Support Assistants – Special Educational Needs
Grade:
5 (Points 9-11) 27.25 hours per week term time plus 5 training days until 31st July 2018 in the first instance. Actual salary in the region of £9,917 to £10,347 dependent of experience.
Responsible To:
The SENCO through the SEND Support Co-ordinator and class teachers or if in a specific department the Team Leader.
Key Relationships/ Liaison with:
The Maximising Learning Team, Departments, Class Teachers, Support Staff, other members of the Learning Support Department, Representatives of External Agencies, e.g. Education Psychologists, etc.
Job Purpose:
To provide in-class support within a specific department or support throughout the The LiFE Multi Academy Trust for named students with EHC plans or who are on the Register of Special Needs. Supervising and supporting student learning in classes across the curriculum. This may involve modifying resources, working one to one, or in a small group of students under the direction of the class teacher. It is important that LSAs liaise with class teachers and with the SENCO to inform the monitoring of student progress. LSAs also have a mentoring role with named students across the The Multi Academy Trust.
Main duties and responsibilities: The activities and responsibilities listed below are examples of the type of tasks that are expected of the post holder. These may vary over a period of time. To prepare resources under the direction of the Team Leader or class teacher. To work with and build a positive relationship with students. Working with students on a 1-1 basis and in small groups, under the supervision of the class teacher. Be organised and prepared for lessons. To follow the directions of the class teacher/instructor in lessons. To contribute to the administrative procedures in the Learning Support Department under the direction of the SENCO and/or SEND Support Co-ordinator. To have knowledge of SEN Code of Practice and Academy policy. To implement Academy Policies and procedures in relation to: o Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities, Behaviour etc. To contribute to reports on student progress and behaviour. To support students under exam conditions. To oversee our lunchtime clubs at KS3.
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Job Profile Continued and Personnel Specification This job description sets out the duties and responsibilities of the post at the time when it was drawn up. Such duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post. *NB The academy reserves the right to terminate this contract at any time during this fixed term contract with appropriate notice should the student no longer require the support.
Personnel Specification ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
Understanding of the importance of supportive student/teacher relationships Ability to communicate effectively with young people and adults. Good numeracy and literacy skills - GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths
Evidence of effective relationships with young people. Evidence of good working relations with a range of people
Ability to work well within a team Good organisational skills
Evidence of organisational ability
Self-motivated, ability to work on own Good ICT skills. Willingness to develop and attend training as necessary.
Recent ICT qualification
Ability to work under pressure and react calmly to confrontation
Evidence of meeting deadlines and ability to prioritise
Able to be totally confidential and discreet Recent record of good health, attendance and punctuality. Qualification / specialism or interest to work within a specific department Completion of Enhanced DBS disclosure
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