The East Specialist Inclusive Learning Centre (SILC) is a 2-19 generic special school with 470 learners on roll. All our learners have special learning needs and some have physical/ medical difficulties. The East SILC is a complex organisation which operates on a variety of sites to provide a range of outreach services across the city, including partnerships with primary and secondary providers, the city-wide Physical Difficulties and Medical Service including a moving and handling service, as well as the Medical Needs Teaching Service for Leeds.

Do you want to join a team making a difference to learner’s lives? 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Support Worker/ DDSL to join our team at the East SILC.  

The successful candidate will be a highly organised and motivated individual, with a genuine passion for the safeguarding and social and emotional wellbeing of learner’s, as well as supporting families in a holistic manner. They will need to have evidence of continuous professional development and experience relevant to the post, including carrying out family assessments, supporting learners and families, and knowledge of national legislation related to safeguarding and Early Help. Ideally they will have experience of being the lead professional for Early Help Plans and supporting families to apply to RADAR for Direct Payments. 

The person appointed will be based at the East SILC Roger Cannon site, but as with all our posts, will be expected to work on any site as required. Start date as soon as possible. 

The post is permanent subject to a 6 month probationary period.

What we offer 

East SILC offers an extensive range of opportunities and benefits. All staff benefit from a robust induction programme and a strong commitment to continuous professional development, career progression and equal opportunities. 

A strong culture of wellbeing, supported by the Schools Advisory Service, including:  

Fast‑track GP access 

Physiotherapy 

Counselling support 

A thorough induction programme 

Strong commitment to professional development and training 

Opportunities to develop specialist skills within behaviour support and SEND 

In addition, staff can access a wide range of Leeds City Council benefits, including pension, salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle‑to‑work and electric vehicle leasing, and VIVUP, offering access to discounted goods and services.  

The East SILC has a progressive staffing structure which is supported by Continual Professional Development. A thorough induction process is in place. 

To apply please visit www.eastsilc.org/join-our-team