Employer –         West Area Inclusion Partnership part of the West SILC (on behalf of the 6 West Leeds Secondary Schools)

Location –          West Wedge of Leeds

• Do you want to be part of a team that support learners from the 6 West Leeds secondary schools?
• Do you want to support marginalised students who continue to struggle to access a mainstream curriculum?
• Do you want to make a difference to young people’s lives?
• Are you professionally fulfilled when challenging young people to succeed?

The secondary schools within the West Area Inclusion Partnership work together to prevent permanent exclusion by offering alternative provision that meets the academic and emotional needs of young people in the area. We support and encourage learners to attend, engage and achieve academic success. West 11 works with pupils in years 7, 8 and 9. 

We are seeking to appoint the best candidate with appropriate experience who can support learning and help to improve pupil’s social and emotional needs as a Learning and Inclusion Support Worker. 

You will offer us:

• The skills to support pupils in a classroom environment
• Experience of working in a school environment
• A passion to see young people fulfil their potential in life

You will:

• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Understanding of social, emotional and mental health factors that affect young people
• Excellent relationships with all pupils, families and staff
• A commitment to professional development
• Confidence, passion and enthusiasm

We will offer you:

• A welcoming alternative provision 
• An excellent opportunity to make a difference 
• An inclusive school which strives to meet the needs of all children
• A team of dedicated and committed staff and Governors
• An experienced and supportive leadership and staff team

West SILC is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for appointment to this post. The details of the DBS Code of Conduct can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks. 

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

For an informal discussion please contact Helen Grayson via helen.grayson@westsilc.org or call on 07562 439096

Closing date: Sunday 15th December 2024 @ Midnight . Interviews W.C 16.12.2024 

Further information and how to apply is available online via MyNewTerm . 

West SILC, 4 Town Street, Stanningley,

Leeds LS28 6HL. Tel: 0113 3862450

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.

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