Do you enjoy building positive, trusting relationships with vulnerable children with SEND?

Do you enjoy finding new ways of engaging children with SEND in learning, helping them learn about the world around them, about themselves, about others, whilst helping them progress educationally?

Do you enjoy working in a very supportive environment with an emphasis on collaboration and training?

At Riversides School Alternative Provision (RAP) we can offer an opportunity for you to make a huge impact and be the difference for children with SEND in an environment which gives you the opportunity to go on an individualised and meaningful learning journey with your key student both on and off-site. Riversides Alternative Provision (RAP) is a department within Riversides School that provides individual alternative provision for children with specific and complex needs. Pupils at RAP receive 1:1 learning support from a Teaching Assistant, who works closely with the RAP coordinator to create the best provision specific to that pupil. Learning takes place both on- and off-site. The RAP team is a very collaborative and supportive team, that prioritises the well-being of pupils and staff and works enthusiastically to achieve the best outcomes for the pupils in our care.

Please note that lone working is essential as well as a driving license with access to a car. Riversides School is part of Central Learning Partnership Trust (CLPT) a multi academy trust.

CLPT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of the safeguarding vetting process. The safeguarding duties of the post is as per the job description and personal specification. CLPT is an equal opportunity employer.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

All posts will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check from the Disclosure & Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, final warnings and convictions, including ‘spent convictions’ under the terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Order 2001. Failure to disclose information concerning such convictions in your application for this post may lead to dismissal or disciplinary action by Governors or LA. Any information given will be treated in strict confidence and will be considered only in relation to your application for this post.

If the post for which you are applying requires such a disclosure this will be indicated on the supporting information that you have received with this form. Any disclosure will be required only if you are selected as the most suitable applicant for the post. The Academy also reserves the right to contact previous employers of the successful candidate prior to appointment to confirm employment history. 

Visits to the school can be arranged by calling the office 01905 21261.

 Closing date for applications:  Midday: Wednesday 8th January 2025

Interview date:  TBC

For an application pack please visit

 www.mynewterm.com or www.riversidesschool.co.uk