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Learning Supervisor (13 Hours)

Learning Supervisor (13 Hours)

The King's School

Wakefield

  • £8,815 - £9,661 pro rata
  • Expired
Salary:
Grade 7 SCP 18-23 £29,269 - £32,076 FTE
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
ASAP
Apply by:
24 September 2024

Job overview

SCH-PAT-0538

Required as soon as possible 

Are you seeking a new and rewarding challenge? Do you have a genuine passion for making a difference? If your answer is a resounding 'Yes,' then you might be the ideal candidate we're searching for.

About Pontefract Academies Trust 

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve.   

Renowned for our commitment to excellence, the Trust has achieved remarkable success, with five of our primary schools ranking within the top 1% nationally for progress.  

Additionally, our secondary schools feature among the top three secondary schools in the Wakefield district and top 7% nationally for progress. 

About the role 

We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Learning Supervisor to become part of our team at The King’s School. We are looking for someone with a proactive 'can-do' attitude and a passion for doing whatever it takes.  

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing classroom supervision for pupils where colleagues are absent from duty. They will complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities and maintain accurate records in the teachers absence, e.g. feedback to the teacher and accurate registers.   

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:  

  • has a passion for helping pupils thrive and meet their full potential.  
  • has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and students.  
  • can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.  
  • has experience of working in a similar specialist area. 


This is a permanent 13 hours per week (2 days), term time plus two days contract.  

The King’s School 

The King’s School, part of Pontefract Academies Trust, boasts a rich heritage and a commitment to every student's potential. In 2023, our progress outcomes ranked us in the top 15% of secondary schools nationally, affirming our dedication to excellence. This accolade also secured our position as the third top-performing high school in the Wakefield district. Regardless of background or ability, every student is valued and placed at the heart of our mission. Converting potential into reality isn't just a goal; it's a promise we fulfil daily, ensuring that each individual achieves their highest aspirations. 

What can we offer you?  

We’re passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:  

  • Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities 
  • Generous employer pension (Teachers Pension and West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS). 
  • Generous annual leave entitlements paid as part of your annual salary (starting from 26 days annual leave, up to a maximum of 33 days dependent on length of service and grade of role – plus 8 statutory bank holidays).  
  • Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance.  
  • Cycle to work scheme.  
  • Discounted gym membership  
  • Free eyecare via Specsavers 
  • Childcare vouchers 
  • Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters). 
  • Discounts at numerous retailers including O2 
  • Free flu vaccinations. 


Next steps:   

Please click here to view our 2025 – 2028 Trust Strategic Plan, or click here to access the King’s School Pontefract website.  

We're always thrilled to connect with potential applicants before interviews. If you're curious to learn more or would like to experience the warmth of our wonderful school through a visit, please feel free to reach out at recruitment@kings.patrust.org.uk or give us a call on 01977 601701.   

Please click here  to access our website and submit your application on our Face-Ed system no later than 10:00am on Tuesday 24th September 2024.  

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.  

The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form. 

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About The King's School

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The King’s School - Be part of it, Be King’s!

As a proud member of Pontefract Academies Trust, The King's School is renowned for its strong reputation for educational excellence and consistently achieving strong academic results. Established in 1139, The King's School stands as a beacon of education for nearly nine centuries, offering a premier learning experience to the bright minds of Pontefract and beyond. We take great pride in being more than just a secondary school; we are a caring, high-performing community where students evolve into the best version of themselves, proudly carrying the legacy of The King's School.

With a remarkable history spanning over 850 years, our school is deeply rooted in tradition, but it is the people that make The King's School truly exceptional. Our students, with excellent behaviour and as the best ambassadors one could wish for, are a testament to our commitment to nurturing outstanding individuals. Our dedicated team of teachers and support staff, in collaboration with parents, strives to provide a first-class education, ensuring every student receives the opportunities they deserve.


An incredible culture

The King’s School is more than just a workplace; it is a great place to work. Our staff is the bedrock of our success- everything we achieve is attributed to their hard work and dedication, and we, therefore, ensure they are well looked after.

No matter your role, if you're a part of our school, your contributions will be genuinely valued. Everything we do at The King’s School is based on great relationships, and it is important to us that staff are happy in their work. This means a balance of challenge, support, recognition, and plenty of opportunities for development and career progression.


What people say about us

“The King’s School is a really lovely place to work. The students are well-mannered, polite and engaging. I have always felt well supported by my line manger, peers and have positive relationships with those I manage”. Middle Leader

“King’s is the place where I have rebuilt my confidence as a teacher and gained an abundance of knowledge and support in just 6 months. Coming from Ireland, I have struggled to find somewhere I felt I belonged and somewhere that would offer the time and understanding until I came here. The support and rapport from all members of staff is phenomenal!” Teacher

“The inspirational staff of Pontefract Academies Trust believes in the students, staff and community it serves – this shared belief creates an unrivalled positive culture which permeates across the whole Trust.” Senior Leader

“Ever since joining the King's School in my second year as an ECT, I've had consistent access to diverse training that directly influences my classroom practice. The relationships I've built with my subject mentor and the extensive support from the department have been invaluable in shaping and enhancing my teaching practice”. Early Careers Teacher

“Staff are passionate and knowledgeable. They teach lessons that are exciting and engage pupils”. Ofsted

“Staff who responded to Ofsted’s staff survey said they were proud to work at the school”. Ofsted

95% of staff said they would recommend this school to prospective parents”. Staff Survey


Connect with us

If you're intrigued by the prospect of a rewarding career with Pontefract Academies Trust at The King's School, we look forward to hearing from you.

Step into a community where excellence is not just a goal; it's a way of life.

Be a part of something extraordinary—Be King’s!


View The King's School's latest Ofsted report

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