Peripatetic Support Leader | Eaton Park Academy | SCH-AIAT-0135

Ref: SCH-AlAT-0135
Establishment: Eaton Park Academy Location: Stoke-on-Trent Salary: 28,177 - 30,718 Department: Education Support Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: 02/09/2024 09:00 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Additional Information

Contract Type: Fixed Term (27/04/2025) Contract Term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 44.000 Pay Grade: Level 7

The Role

Executive Principal: Mrs L Brammer | Required: As Soon As Possible | Peripatetic Project Support Leader | Fixed term until 27th April 2025 | 44 Weeks | Level 7, Actual Salary (£28,177 - £30,718)



Eaton Park Academy is looking to recruit an experienced Reception Class Practitioner to work as part of an exciting new project in Stoke-on Trent. The role may be suitable for teachers looking for a role without class responsibility or experienced HLTA’s.


Primary schools and Academies within the Abbey Hulton and Bentilee areas are collaborating with Thrive at Five to improve outcomes for children in the Foundation Stage. Thrive at Five is a national charity committed to working with others to create home and academy environments that support good levels of development at the end of the foundation stage. This role is part of a project that is designed to help academies deliver evidenced interventions, work effectively with parents and support induction into nursery and reception classes. 

We are looking for someone who is a motivated team player and who can fully engage in the project work with schools, families, and community groups


Alpha Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Employer which means that it has made commitments to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during any point of the application process, please contact our HR/Recruitment Team at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk to discuss.


The Trust offers a benefits package which includes a good pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 25.2%, discounted gym membership for on-site gyms and a 30% discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, free on-site parking, subsidised meals and a Cyclescheme. We also offer an Employee Assistance Programme through Care first including counselling services.


Alpha Academies Trust sets a very clear vision for all of its educational providers: to champion the life chances of learners in the community it serves. This vision is systematically implemented at Eaton Park Academy.


The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as an online social media check along with other stringent vetting and induction processes. 


If you feel that the position is of an interest, you have the right experience and skills and are ready for fresh challenges, then we would love to hear from you. To apply, simply click on the 'Apply Now' button located at the top of this page, directing you to the Alpha Academies Trust vacancy portal. 


If you're already registered, please log in to submit your application. New users can register using the sign-up option and proceed to submit their application. Should you need any further information regarding your application please contact our Recruitment Team by email at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk


Visits to our Academy are warmly welcomed, please contact the Academy to arrange a mutually convenient appointment.  



Closing Date for this Post: Monday 2nd September 2024 at 9:00am

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed


Qualifications

Qualification Title Grade
Degree or equivalent
Essential
Experience delivering a range of EYFS interventions
Essential
Evidence of continuous INSET and commitment to further professional development
Essential

Skills

Qualifications
Degree or equivalent qualification.
Essential
Experience delivering a range of EYFS interventions
Essential
Evidence of continuous Inset and commitment to further professional development.
Essential
Experience/Knowledge
Have theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all children (e.g., classroom organisation and learning strategies).
Essential
Have experience or practice in Early Years Foundation Stage
Essential
Be an outstanding practitioner and be able to model good practice for others
Essential
Is aware of the positive links necessary within the Academy and with all its stakeholders
Essential
Is aware of the statutory requirements of legislation concerning Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, SEN and Child Protection
Essential
Has experience of monitoring, assessment, recording and reporting of students’ progress
Essential
Personal Attributes
An ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English.
Essential
Awareness and sensitivity with regard to equal opportunities and race equality.
Essential
Willingness to undertake appropriate training
Essential
Has a good sense of humour and the ability to make learning fun.
Essential
Be available to work some of the school holidays
Essential
Is organised, flexible, resourceful, reliable, excellent timekeeper, approachable, committed, empathetic and enthusiastic
Essential
Abilities, Skills and Knowledge
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to a variety of audiences
Essential
Ability to establish and develop close relationships with parents, governors and the community
Essential
Ability to develop good personal relationships within a team
Essential
Ability to model good practice for others 
Essential
Ability to promote the Academy’s aims positively and use effective strategies to monitor motivation and morale
Essential

Safeguarding Information

The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as an online social media check along with other stringent vetting and induction processes. Please note, references will be sought for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.


Please note, in order to comply with Safer Recruitment guidelines, we are unable to accept CV’s. You must include all details within your profile and personal statement.

 

Eaton Park Academy

Arbourfield Drive
Bucknall
Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST2 9PF

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