applications support analyst Deal, England
Job description
We are looking to employ a Learning Support Assistant to work at our Secondary and Post 16 aged provision in the village of Ripple, near Deal. The post will be full time Monday – Friday 8:30am – 3:45pm, term time only plus 70 inset hours which presently includes Tuesday early evening twilight sessions. You will be supporting pupils with autism in all areas of the curriculum under the guidance of the class teacher.
Our pupils cover a wide range of academic abilities but this role is specifically for pupils who are working at a lower level or who have gaps in their knowledge due to their ASD and other associated conditions or previous gaps in education.
We encourage visits to our schools, and would love for you to come and meet our wonderful children and staff and see us in action. Should you wish to take up this opportunity, please email Human Resources.
To join our highly collaborative and supportive team, please email [email protected] request an application pack. Applications are only accepted on a Ripplevale School application form. CVs on their own will be rejected.
Shortlisted candidates may be observed working with the children as part of the selection process.
Information about the School
Ripplevale School is an independent day special school for students aged from 6 to 18 years old who have an EHCP (Education Health Care Plan) with a diagnosis of ASD, often with associated conditions.
Ripplevale School is situated over two sites. Ripplevale Lower School is situated in Broadstairs, teaching a Primary provision and Ripplevale Upper School is based in the village of Ripple near Deal, with our Secondary and Post 16 provision.
We have a committed and dedicated team which includes teachers, teaching assistants, higher level teaching assistants, a range of therapists, administrative staff and support staff. All play a significant role in the education and development of each pupil and work to create a warm, informal, friendly atmosphere in which the pupils feel secure, safe and confident.
Child Protection & Safeguarding
Ripplevale School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be required to:
Have an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and the successful candidate, as per KCSIE will also subjected to have an online search undertaken, this is also considered for all shortlisted candidates.
Ensure you are aware of all Ripplevale School’s Child Protection & Safeguarding Policies.
Ensure you abide by those policies (names and points of contact for all relevant agencies can be found in the policies).
Participate in all Child Protection & Safeguarding training as required by the school.
Immediately report any incidents of a child protection / safeguarding nature.
Be aware that failure by a member of staff to report actual or suspected physical, sexual or emotional abuse or neglect of a pupil is a disciplinary offence.
Please note: This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.79-£11.18 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- SEN: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 14/08/2023
Reference ID: LSA Deal
Expected start date: 04/09/2023
