Inclusion Higher Level Teaching Assistant

• The Eastbourne Academy
• £27,752 - £29,264 FTE (£23,976 - £25,282 Pro Rata) – SAT D
• Term Time plus 5 Staff Development Days

The Eastbourne Academy is proud to offer ‘The Key’ which is a bespoke on-site alternative provision providing a supportive and nurturing environment for students who have faced challenges within mainstream education. Our vision is to develop a specialist multidisciplinary team to deliver a bespoke pupil centred programme based on the young person's needs to encourage prosocial behaviours. We would like to appoint candidates who are passionate about inclusion and who wish to become part of a team to build a community within The Eastbourne Academy, fostering a feeling of belonging and inclusivity for all pupils.

By utilising our school's core values; Curiosity, Ambition, Respect and Engagement, The Key will be at the heart of a range of support designed to unlock potential and empower these young individuals to develop academically, socially, and emotionally, ensuring bespoke pathways working towards successful reintegration into mainstream. .

Within The Key our curriculum embodies The Eastbourne Academy vision of providing outstanding education to every student. Delivered by specialist staff in small-group settings, the curriculum covers core subjects, with therapeutic interventions and cross curricular based projects whilst also offering students the flexibility to engage with optional subjects through online learning. This personalised approach promotes independent learning and aligns with our evidence-informed teaching practices, empowering students to develop their cognitive and social-emotional skills, preparing them for life beyond school.

What we can offer:

• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• On-site Parking
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

If you are interested in this post, please contact Liza Leung, Headteacher, for an informal discussion. liza.leung@swale.at and 01323 514900.

Completed application forms should be sent to Mrs Donna Dreeling, Operations and Administration Manager, donna.dreeling@swale.at or by post to The Eastbourne Academy, Brodrick Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN22 9RQ. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989 (option 2)

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Interview Date: w/c 6th January 2025

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.