A unique opportunity has arisen to join The Hessle Academy and to take a leading role in establishing and developing the area's only Enhanced Resource Provision for students with Cognition & Learning needs.  Based at Hessle High School, you will lead a team of Learning Assistants and Administrative staff to provide students with the very best curriculum and pastoral provision

We are ambitious about the future – creating learning environments, and excellence in teaching and learning, that provide our children and young people with the best chance at a successful future. Coupled with this is the commitment, care and investment in our people, who we believe are our greatest asset. If you are a team player who can lead and looking for a varied and interesting opportunity within education, then we want to hear from you!

About You

The successful candidate will be a qualified teacher. A suitable SEND qualification is desirable and/or the willingness and desire to train to SENDCo level is essential. 

The successful candidate will have a Level 2 in English and Maths, supported by a strong level of ICT skills. A HLTA or equivalent is required and a QTS preferable. 

Adaptable attention to detail is required and excellent communication and inter-personal skills are an absolute necessity.

Experience of working in a school SEND setting and supporting learners with additional needs would be advantageous, along with knowledge of EHCP  process. The role involves lesson planning and delivery and regular liaison with external agencies. 

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a passion for developing themselves through a commitment to CPD

What We can Offer You

In return for your skills and experience, we provide a supportive and friendly environment to develop and thrive. We offer all staff access to an excellent pension (TPS/LGPS); a generous annual leave entitlement with additional shutdown days over the Christmas period; staff development opportunities; free onsite car parking; and a supportive induction programme.

For an informal discussion about this post, please do not hesitate to contact Angela Mclatchie, Operations Manager on 01482 645604 (option 2). For further information and how to apply for this position, please visit the working with us section on our website www.thehessleacademy.co.uk. 

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role. We want to make sure no one is put at a disadvantage during our recruitment process because of a disability, condition or impairment. To assist you with this, we will reduce or remove any barriers where possible and provide additional support where appropriate.

If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should contact the recruitment lead on 01482 648604 (option 2) or recruitment@hessleacademy.com. You can complete the “Additional Requirements” section of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process.

The Consortium Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An appointment will be made subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS disclosure, in line with the usual terms and conditions of employment at The Consortium Academy Trust.