DSP Assistant L1 in Corby

Our students come from all walks of life, and we want our staffing body to be reflective of the communities we work within. Brooke Weston Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, culture, age, disability, marital status or socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage and welcome applications from minority groups and foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where people can be themselves.

Hours per week / Weeks per year: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30-15.30, 39 weeks per year, Term time only plus 5 training days.

About Beanfield Primary School and the Teaching Assistant role: Are you looking for an exciting challenge? Beanfield Primary School has the opportunity for an exceptional person to join our team as a Teaching Assistant within our Designated Special Provision. You will support children with a range of special educational needs, where every day is different but rewarding. The successful candidate will support our amazing children on their academic journey. You will work within a team of driven, passionate professionals, who each day provide high quality, personalised care and attention to all children within the Specialist Provision. You will be able to hit the ground running and contribute to implementing routines and structures for each individual. If you can demonstrate a passion for ensuring children with special educational needs are not left behind, and instead given the opportunities, support and care to develop and become independent learners, then this role is for you!

As a member of staff at Beanfield Primary and the Brooke Weston Trust, we can offer you the following:

• Enhanced salaries and rapid promotional prospects
• Opportunities for continued professional development and access to the BWT Teaching School
• The support of a cohesive and committed team of staff who work collaboratively to maintain high standards and expectations
• Family Friendly policies including but not limited to; Maternity & Paternity leave, flexible working and discretionary leave
• A freshly prepared hot or cold lunch each day
• Access to a school laptop and the latest technology throughout the school
• Salary Sacrifice schemes such as Childcare Vouchers, CPC Drive New car scheme
• A dedicated staff social committee, with the purpose of creating a positive work life balance and ensuring our staff wellbeing is a key priority for all
• Access to 24/7 'Health Assured' Physical & mental health services

About Brooke Weston Trust: Our Trust was formed more than 25 years ago with a simple and clear mission - to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students’ achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people. Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people. We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston staff get access to first class professional development through our Ambition Hub, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School.

Safer Recruitment: Care and respect for others are the values that lie at the heart of our Trust. The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts require proof of identity and as the role is working with children and young people this will also be subject to an enhanced disclosures barring service check. In line with safer recruitment requirements, individuals shortlisted for a role in school will have online checks conducted on their name across social media platforms and Google. A copy of the Trust Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here - Safeguarding and Child Protection. The Trust's position on the recruitment of Ex-Offenders can be found under section 7 of the Trust SCR, Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy - Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.