Inreach Education Support Lead - SEMH & Autism in Rothwell

Education Support Worker Co-ordinator

Pay grade: S01

Pay scale level: 23-25

Hours: 32.5 per week – term time only + 5 training days

Hours of work: Based at main Broomfield provision working within school, care, home and community settings. Hours will be completed between 8:45 – 4:15 pm depending on the needs of the young people.

Responsible to: Class teacher responsible for Inreach Provision

Welcome to our school. Broomfield SILC is a generic special school for pupils aged 2 to 19 years with 4 sites: our main site, 2 partnership sites at Windmill Primary and Rodillian Secondary and a specialist Post 16 college at White Rose Business Park. The SILC is based in the South of Leeds and caters for a wide range of needs from moderate learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties, complex and multiple learning needs, autism and social and emotional and mental health needs. Some students have additional needs – physical, medical, speech and language, visual, hearing or sensory impairment. We are a very popular choice for parents and carers and currently have 287 pupils on roll. Broomfield secured a ‘Good’ Ofsted in March 2023 where inspectors commented that leaders have ‘high ambitions’ and ‘high aspirations for all pupils’ and that ‘staff are proud to work in our school’. We are very proud of our school community where staff are committed to supporting young people to fulfil their potential and prepare them fully for their future, particularly focusing on communication, independence, and emotional regulation.

We have an exciting opportunity for full‑time permanent HLTA position as Inreach Education Support Worker Co‑ordinator. The role is suitable for candidates who have experience working with autistic people with complex communication needs and SEMH. Candidates with experience in education, health, adult services and social care will also be considered.

In return you will be provided with comprehensive continuous professional development and will be supported by a professional, knowledgeable and friendly staff team who will ensure you are fully equipped to meet the needs of our diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Ability to relate well to children, young people and adults
• Excellent team player
• Experience of co‑ordinating a team
• Resilience
• Ability to use initiative and think creatively
• Problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude
• Good English, maths and ICT skills
• Excellent safeguarding knowledge and practice
• Dedication to improving outcomes for the most vulnerable complex young people
• Willingness to learn, reflect and share effective practice with others

Benefits

• Working with inspirational pupils and staff who are respectful, creative and resilient
• The support of a professional, knowledgeable and inclusive staff team
• A comprehensive CPD programme with potential for career development
• An opportunity to be an integral part of the young people’s journeys and a real sense of achievement
• A workplace that listens to all staff and values their skillset and contribution

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age, or disability.

Safeguarding and Disclosures

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to have an up‑to‑date DBS disclosure. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If shortlisted you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an online search will be conducted. An online search will be carried out for shortlisted candidates prior to attendance at interview. References will be requested, and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates prior to interview.