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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four? Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year so there's never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG! Become a Learning Support Assistant at The Greater Horseshoe School, part of Acorn Education and start working towards yours. Up to £22,000.00 per annum Term Time only Mon/Wed/Thur/Fr 8.30am-3.45pm, Tue 8.30am-5pm Permanent, Term Time only UK Applicants only The Greater Horseshoe School is an independent special school for pupils aged 8 to 18 years old. The school is situated in a peaceful woodland setting near Newton Abbot in Devon. Our school facilities are complemented by our nearby care farm, where we offer animal care, horticulture and a wide range of outdoor educational activities alongside academic and vocational programmes. We are committed to providing the best education for young people with complex needs. We offer a unique tailored programme for every pupil, combining a therapeutic approach, outdoor learning and individual academic and vocational programmes to suit each young person. Everything that we do is based on thoroughly understanding the needs of our students and how we can best support them in achieving positive outcomes. Our approach is caring, positive and adaptable, and is underpinned by a thorough theoretical knowledge. Our staff come from relevant educational and therapeutic backgrounds and have extensive experience of supporting young people with a range of needs. The opportunity Enjoy a rewarding education career and have a real impact on pupils' lives. Join an amazing team making our schools and classrooms supportive, enriching places where vulnerable pupils and young people achieve far more than they ever expected. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupils and young people we care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. Each individual has so much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learning journeys. You will help prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, with plenty of hands-on experience and some supervision too. You will take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals and engage with the world. Supporting pupils with complex Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) needs is important and rewarding work, and you will benefit from the tremendous support offered by our hugely experienced teams. As you help our pupils and young people achieve real and significant progress, you will enjoy having a direct, positive impact on their developing lives. Who we are looking for You will be adaptable and ready to work in a variety of classroom roles, both indoors and outside according to individual need. Taking a responsive and caring approach, you may be running classroom activities, leading outdoor experiences or supervising pupils as they explore further afield. Our schools are built on great teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, sharing knowledge, experience and learning, simply fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form and a member of our team will be in touch. Why join Acorn Education? Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. #Education #Pupilcare #OutdoorActivities #School #Tutor #learning #TeachingAssistant #SchoolSupportWorker You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.
Deputy Headteacher Job Type Permanent, Term Time Only Location Lewes, BN8 4EF Salary L14-L18 Hours: Monday - Friday The Role The Foundation has an exciting new opportunity for Deputy Headteacher to join a unique place to work. They are a leading charity dedicated to providing exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities, physical disabilities and health needs. Their state-of-the-art facilities and expert colleagues create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive, reach their full potential and make a difference to their lives and that of their families. Key Responsibilities As the Deputy Headteacher, you will promote the vision, values and core purpose of the school in line with agreed policies, guidelines and protocols. And ensure all colleagues are best trained to meet current and future needs of the pupils, and that the CHILD curriculum, teaching and learning continue to be judged as outstanding. To deputise for the headteacher when absent from school. Provide professional leadership which secures, in consultation with the Governing Body, the success and improvement of the school, ensuring high quality education and care for all the pupils Work with the Governing Body, attending committee meetings Support the headteacher to present the school's performance in mediums appropriate to a range of audiences - Governors, parents/carers/families, local community, OFSTED, Education Services, and other agencies who support children and families, locally, nationally and internationally. Implement change in the school by contributing to, leading on and evaluating key areas of the School Development Plan (SDP). Monitor, analyse, evaluate and review the effectiveness of the school's policies, practices, protocols and priorities With support from the Assistant Headteachers coordinate and evaluate the CHILD curriculum of the school to identify any improvements and set targets for teacher professional development Write, evaluate and improve the timetable and other curricular provision by analysing breadth, balance, coverage and progression in the curriculum, and curricular provision. Devise a facility timetable for learning, rooms, activities and other resources to support the CHILD Curriculum. Support the organisation of class groups and their resourcing. Develop, monitor and update the learning strategy for teaching colleagues. Review and revise the learning strategy, to ensure a robust flow from the SEF to the SDP and appraisal to CPD, including systematic review of the impact of learning and INSET Working with Assistant Headteachers, strategically develop links with Learning & Development manager and other senior school leaders to support administration and assessment of training for school colleagues, including inset days, clinical tasks and all required training. Skills and Qualifications Essential: Qualified Teacher Status Degree Evidence of further professional development Successful teaching and curriculum experience Exemplary classroom practitioner Successful experience in leading and managing colleagues/teams Knowledge of successful monitoring and assessment Understanding of the needs of pupils with SLD, PMLD and pupils with profound and multiple barriers to learning. Ability to use ICT to support the curriculum effectively Understanding of assessment Understand the SEND code of Practice and how it relates to ECHPs, annual reviews, admissions and possible tribunals Other useful skills and experience: Training in SEN strategies Experience of working with pupils with SLD and PMLD Experience of policy development Understanding of budgets Understanding of quality in special educational provision and strategies for raising pupil performance Coaching skills Benefits Discount facilities. Enhanced Pension Scheme Healthcare Cashplan Cycle to Work scheme. Employee Assistance Programme Health & Wellbeing Centre Death in Service benefit Free tea/coffee/kitchen facilities Onsite Caf Free parking To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this Foundation, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application. Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young adults. Employment will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for any job in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so.