At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with SEND in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
- Company: Join the innovative Nexus Multi Academy Trust at Discovery Academy.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, wellbeing support, flexible working, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a dedicated team committed to improving life chances for young people.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and inspire the next generation.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND and strong interpersonal skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Join the Nexus team at Discovery Academy, Sheffield. We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic, hardworking and flexible person to join a team of dedicated staff committed to providing an excellent learning environment.
About our School:
Discovery Academy is a school for children and young people with SEND located on the Norfolk Park Estate in Sheffield. The Academy is run by the award-winning Nexus Multi Academy Trust. We believe that inspiring young people with their learning is about giving them a sense of belief that they will achieve their potential.
We have an immersive approach to our curriculum that is thematic throughout the school. Our classrooms are immersive and allow pupils to work independently and collaboratively in fun learning spaces. We believe that learning takes place when children feel safe, stimulated and secure where kindness, care and self-belief are the foundations to learning.
We are a growing, forward-thinking and innovative Trust with a shared ethos, vision and values for a personalised child-centred approach. We are committed to “Learning together, to be the best we can be.”
Key Responsibilities:
- Support whole class lessons, group work and one-to-one with pupils.
- Provide aspirations for children's futures and promote a positive culture.
- Respond to the emotional, social and mental health needs of our children and young people.
- Ensure the safety of our children and facilitate their access to learning.
- Make judgements on the attainment and progress of students and help them celebrate success.
What you can expect from us:
- Access to free wellbeing support resources including counselling, medical and legal advice.
- Access to discount schemes for savings with high street retailers, restaurants, activities and lifestyle services.
- Auto enrolment into a leading pension scheme.
- Access to extensive and tailored career pathways, CPD programmes, training and coaching.
- An Induction package to help you settle in and approach your role with confidence.
- Internal opportunities across the Trust academies.
- Flexible working policies.
- Annual leave increases based on length of service plus bank holidays for support staff.
Further information:
For an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact Karen Blakemore. Nexus Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post involves working with children and young people. If successful, you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.
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Nexus Multi Academy Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment at Lotus Academy in Sheffield. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils with SEMH needs. The term-time only schedule allows for a healthy work-life balance, making it an ideal place for those passionate about education and student welfare.
