The Governors of St Theresa’s school wish to appoint an outstanding person to coordinate this vital work supporting our most vulnerable children and families in our wonderful school. 

We would like to appoint a Child and Family Practitioner who:

• Is a practising Catholic and/or is willing to fully support the Catholic ethos of the school.
• Will support children and families across our school setting, especially our most vulnerable
• Has experience of working with children in a school setting
• Is passionate about making a difference to children’s education and lives.
• Is enthusiastic and willing to support the wider life of the school.
• Is a team player who collaborates well with staff and parents.
• Has experience of working with other agencies
• Has experience of monitoring attendance and producing reports
• Has experience of working with a safeguarding team, preferably experience as an Assistant DSL

In return, we can offer the successful candidate the opportunity:

• To work in a welcoming, supportive and successful school.
• To work within an established Inclusion and Safeguarding Team.
• To become part of a thriving community.
• To work with children who are eager to learn and who behave well.
• To receive ongoing CPD based on up-to-date research around inclusion, safeguarding and attendance

CES Application forms and further details are available from the Head Teacher by phone, email or on the school website. Visits most welcome, and strongly encouraged, by prior arrangement.

https://www.st-theresas.leeds.sch.uk/our-school/opportunities-to-work-at-st-theresas-1 

Closing Date: Thursday 28th November 12.00 Noon

St Theresa’s is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. 

An enhanced DBS and a DBA check will be required for the successful candidate and at least two professional references will be taken and followed up. 

Walking in Theresa’s Little Way

St Theresa’s is an equal opportunity employer.

If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted.  This includes only information publicly available on-line.  

We promote equality, diversity and inclusion and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.  

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

Schools Policy Statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders