Resource Assistant - Term-Time - Permanent - Term Time - Special Needs Position

Nore Academy , Sheerness

• Ref:KCC1-100-6S
• Posted:26/02/2024
• Pay:Grade 5 –SSP 12-13 (FTE £23,893 to £24,293)
• Start Date:3rd June 2024
• App Close Date:14/03/2024 at 10:15
• Interviews:25th-29th March 2024

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Nore Academy is located within Halfway Houses on the Isle of Sheppey in a brand new, eco-friendly modular building which has been designed to meet the needs of SEMH pupils through discreet zones and well equipped key stage classroom areas. The school site is extensive with superb ground, two multi use games areas and forest school.

We are seeking to recruit a Resource Assistant to start 03/06/24, an exciting opportunity to join the pre-opening phase and be involved in the setup of a brand new school.

 The role

The main responsibility of the post, under the direction of the Resource Coordinator, is to support the administration and finance systems across the school. The ideal candidate will have experience of working with finance systems including database systems, reconciliation and whole school documentation including reports to SLT and Trustees.  You will have good interpersonal skills and strong communication skills, both written and orally. You will need strong planning and organisation skills, along with good IT skills and have the ability to produce accurate and up-to-date records and reports as required.

The working pattern (working the contracted hours over 4-5 days per week), will be discussed at interview and agreed on successful appointment.

The successful candidate will be joining a Trust and school that continues to be ambitious in its drive to improve outcomes for our pupils. You will join a highly dedicated and professional staff team and be part of a supportive working and learning environment, where your professional development is highly valued.

If successful, you will become part of a very committed and hardworking team. While some experience of working within a school is preferable it is not essential.  We will provide you with high quality training and support.

Apply

For an application pack, please visit the vacancy section of the SABDEN Multi Academy Trust website here: http://www.sabden.org.uk/216/vacancies

The closing date for completed applications is by 12 noon Tuesday 19^th March 2024

Please send completed applications to recruitment@sabden.org.uk

Interviews will be held the 25^th – 29^th March 2024

Please note we do not accept CVs.

For further information about New Horizons School and the Trust, please visit The SABDEN website here: www.sabden.org.uk

The school has a proven commitment to 'Equality of Opportunity' and actively promotes the welfare and safeguarding of young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Debarring Service (DBS).    

Information about the school

Safeguarding Statement

Alternative Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a Declaration of Offences form to confirm their criminal record or other information that may make them unsuitable to work with children. It is an offence for an individual with certain criminal convictions to attempt to engage in regulated activity (working with children).

This appointment is subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check, teaching prohibited checks (if applicable), Section 128 check (if applicable), ID and right to work check, medical screening and confirmation of qualifications and references. We will conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates for information that is publicly available.

Copies of Nore Academy Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found on the school website.

Further questions If you have any further questions, please contact Lucy Veronese (HR Officer) hr@noreacademy.co.uk 01795 720747

About Us:

Nore Academy Island caters to students aged 11-16, providing a nurturing environment that supports both emotional well-being and academic achievement. Since opening, we’ve welcomed 60 pupils across KS3 and KS4, with plans to grow to 72 places within the coming months. By September 2026 we will be supporting 120 students.  With a designation of SEMH and ASC we support a cohort of learners who deserve the best, and we are looking for experienced professionals to join our team as the school grows to capacity. We want all of our young people to leave school with successful and fulfilled futures and if you would like to be part of our journey we want to hear from you!

Background to Alternative Learning Trust - Kent & Medway Hub

Alternative Learning Trust (ALT) is a multi-academy trust (MAT) for Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), Alternative Provisions (APs), and Specialist Settings. We are a collaborative trust and believe the most sustainable developments and improvements come from working together. We are driven to transform the educational experiences of all children and young people, offering them opportunities to reach sustainable outcomes for the rest of their lives. These values are accompanied by excellent pedagogy, vibrant curriculum models, and responsible governance.

The Alternative Learning Trust became a multi-academy trust (MAT company number 11788031) in June 2019. Nore Academy will become the sixth school of The Alternative Learning Trust; The other schools of the trust includes Limes College, Estuary Academy North, Estuary Academy Island, Will Adams Academy, Saffron Valley Collegiate. The Trust has been established to work with Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) and alternative providers who support vulnerable students to access and engage with education. Many of our students have special educational needs and some have been excluded from mainstream education.

As a Trust we have the following core set of values for our staff and the families we support: • the need for people to flourish in all areas of their lives; • we are stronger through a sense of community; • social justice is vital. Our Kent & Medway Hub

Background to Estuary Academy North

Estuary Academy North is located in Gravesend, Kent and has been on a considerable and fast-paced journey, making exciting and positive strides forward. We have an amazing team who are focused on providing the best outcomes for our students, promoting positive behaviour for learning and creating a high-quality teaching environment. Ofsted say that ‘For many pupils, their time at Estuary Academy North is transformational.’ We strongly believe in this moral purpose and seek to continue to grow the exceptional team working to achieve this. With the right facilities and a well renowned SEND department, now is the time to come and work with us. Recent Ofsted – Good with Outstanding for personal development. Once employed you will be given excellent support and training as we want to upskill the right candidate to ensure we have an excellent support team for our young people.

Background to Will Adams Academy

Will Adams Academy is located in Gillingham and joined Alternative Learning Trust in April 2022. The school has recently reorganised their structure and is working closely with our Gravesend school in sharing facilities, expertise and curriculum development. Ofsted outcome – Good. Will Adams is our smallest Kent & Medway hub school with only 45 children, but it is also home to our exceptional SEMH Assessment Centre and Apollo Training programmes which are commissioned by the Medway Local Authority.

Background to Estuary Academy Island

Estuary Academy Island is located on the Isle of Sheppey, is our Alternative provision which initially opened in September 2024 to provide education for up to 115 students. It offers a broad and balanced learning journey for students in Years 7 – 11 with a broad range of vocational qualifications available as well as traditional GCSEs in core subjects. Our aim is to provide pathways which lead to exciting onward opportunities in education or workplaces.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Lucy Veronese
• Address:Danley Road, Minster-On-Sea, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 3AP
• Telephone: 01795 720747
• Email: hr@noreacademy.co.uk

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