At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead targeted interventions for students with complex needs and support their personal development.
- Company: Join the innovative Nexus Multi-Academy Trust and make a difference in children's lives.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible working, and access to wellbeing resources and career development.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to making a positive impact in education.
- Why this job: Be part of a nurturing environment that empowers vulnerable children to reach their full potential.
- Qualifications: Experience in special needs education and a passion for supporting diverse learners.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Join the Nexus team as an Intervention Lead at Lotus Academy. This is a full-time (term time only) permanent position, working 37 hours per week.
About our School:
Lotus Academy is a new school within Nexus Multi–Academy Trust. We are committed to improving all areas of the school and our new curriculum will enable students to access learning in various ways. Our pupils have complex Social Emotional and Mental Health needs and thrive in a safe, creative, and stimulating environment that emphasises nurture and strong relationships with staff and peers. Individual Support Plans reflect their Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes, risk assessments, and necessary interventions for progress.
Our staff share a commitment to ensuring that all children achieve their full potential and support our school values of:
- Empathy
- Togetherness
We are dedicated to providing care and support to some of the most disadvantaged and vulnerable children in the city. Flexibility and teamwork are essential.
About the Trust:
This is an exciting opportunity to join an award-winning Multi Academy Trust and be part of a welcoming and supportive team serving amazing children and young people. Nexus Multi Academy Trust was founded in 2016 and includes 19 unique SEND and mainstream academies. We are a growing, forward-thinking, and innovative Trust with a shared ethos, vision, and values for a personalised child-centred approach.
We are looking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic practitioner with the skills and knowledge to fulfil the Intervention Lead role. Candidates should have experience in special needs education and a passion for supporting the learning and development of children in our Academy. The position will appeal to experienced SEND practitioners or individuals with skills in engaging pupils in education or alternative learning experiences.
This role involves coordinating targeted interventions for pupils as part of the Graduated Response, analysing areas of need, and providing high-quality interventions to support progress. You will coordinate the intervention team and timetable staff for different interventions, supporting learners' personal and social development through a holistic approach.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build strong trusting relationships with pupils and staff.
- Be highly organised and manage a small team.
- Provide aspirations for children's futures and promote a positive culture.
What you can expect from us:
- Access to free wellbeing support resources including counselling, medical and legal advice.
- Discount schemes for savings with retailers, restaurants, and lifestyle services.
- Auto enrolment into a leading pension scheme.
- Access to tailored career pathways, CPD programmes, training, and coaching.
- An induction package to help you settle in.
- Opportunities to contribute to and share quality practice with other professionals.
- Flexible working policies and a Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Annual leave increases based on length of service plus bank holidays for support staff.
For further information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact our Headteacher, Nigel Roberson, by emailing hr-enquiries@nexusmat.org. More information about our school can be found on our website: www.lotus-academy.org.
Nexus Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post involves working with children and young people, and successful candidates will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level and a barred list check.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.
Intervention Lead - Lotus Academy in Sheffield employer: Nexus Multi Academy Trust
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.
