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Specialist Learning Support Assistant (On/Off Site) - Term Time - Special Needs Position

West Heath School, Sevenoaks

  • Ref:KCC886-6079-179S
  • Posted:25/07/2023
  • Pay:£20,000 pa
  • Start Date:Autumn Term 2023
  • App Close Date:15/09/2023 at 09:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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The ideal candidate will have a dynamic, adaptable, pro-active approach with good organisational skills. They should have experience of working in a school and an understanding of SEN in children and young people.

The role supports not only onsite learning but also incorporates attending offsite provisions such as; therapeutic farms; colleges and offsite when required. Due to the nature of the role the successful candidate will need to have a full driving licence and happy to drive school vehicles.

West Heath School works towards the end goal of helping students re-integrate into mainstream learning and preparation for adulthood.  All of our learners have EHCP’s and as a school we are proud to promote the development of life skills and social development as equal to academic achievement. 

As well as working in an incredibly rewarding environment our benefits include free lunches and onsite parking. There are excellent opportunities for career development and training from internal and external experts. 

Please note that as part of the interview process we will invite you to attend a trail day at the school.

For staff employed by the school an Internal Application Form should be completed

 

Working at West Heath School involves close and unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups including children and as such is a regulated activity.  The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post (including an Enhanced DBS check)

Information about the school

WEST HEATH SCHOOL

Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1SR

“Rebuilding lives through education”

OFSTED Good April 2025

West Heath School is an Independent SEN school with charity status. We provide a therapeutically informed learning environment for children aged 10-19 who have suffered some form of trauma and are unable to access main stream education. We believe in “rebuilding lives through education”, developing life skills and encouraging students to enjoy social activities .

“A fun place to work where social development is valued as much as education”

“The support you receive from the moment you arrive at West Heath School is excellent…”

“Two days are never the same at West Heath School and this certainly keeps you on your toes!”

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Nicola Kelly or Chloe Checkley
  • Address:West Heath , Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1SR
  • Telephone: 01732 460 553
  • Email: whs.hr-team@westheathschool.com

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.