Our experienced Head teacher and his supportive senior leadership team are looking for an individual needs assistant to support identified pupils with SEND in our Reception class from January.  This is a fixed term contract from January until August with the possibility of the contract being extended.  We have a vastly experienced and stable teaching team who provide the best care and guidance to our children, and we are looking for a friendly, committed individual to join us. 

Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged via the school office on 01273 605700.

Moulsecoomb Primary School  joined The Pioneer Academy in 2021 and we have been moving onwards and upwards, providing a high quality curriculum for every child in our schools. Following our recent Ofsted inspection we proud to be graded GOOD in every category with the school being recognised 'friendly and inclusive with high ambition for all pupils.' Ofsted have also recognised our highly successful pastoral care particularly for pupils who are disadvantaged or those with SEND.   We have fantastic links with our families and community, including our 'Family Fridays' inviting parents and carers into the classroom.  Come and see our good school for yourself and read our full Ofsted report here: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/21/147680 

We have a substantial school site and extensive facilities, complete with a school nursery.  We have a large staff team, and, more importantly, wonderful pupils. Our dedicated and enthusiastic team strive for the best for all children, demonstrated by achieving our excellent end of Key Stage 2 results in 2023 - the number of pupils in Year 6 who were working at or above the expected standard in reading, writing and maths was above the national average, with 90% of pupils achieving the expected standard in reading.  We are also proud to have recently become the first “Ambassador School” in an urban setting for the South Downs National Park which means we are a outdoor learning hub for schools from the city and beyond to access learning opportunities about the landscape, heritage and wildlife of the South Downs.

Moulsecoomb Primary School is part of The Pioneer Academy Trust which is an academy trust with schools across London and the South.  At The Pioneer Academy, we put children first, pioneering excellence and championing each and every child.  All our schools, ranging from small infant schools to large primary schools, work collaboratively, sharing resources and expertise.   Find out more at: 

https://www.moulsecoomb.brighton-hove.sch.uk/brighton-hove/primary/moulsecoomb and www.thepioneeracademy.co.uk

At The Pioneer Academy, we take the wellbeing and mental health of our staff seriously which is why we are committed to regular reviews of staff well-being and reducing staff workload.   We create bespoke career pathways for every member of staff, identifying and growing talent, with outstanding professional development opportunities at every stage of your career.  We also have an Employee Assistance Programme with a range of resources to support wellbeing which is available to all employees and their immediate family members 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

What we offer you:

• A friendly, dedicated staff team who believe in teamwork and building positive relationships across the school, the Trust and in the local community.
• High quality development programme with induction programmes for all new staff.
• Excellent CPD opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative working ethos, including support from the Trust’s Central Executive Team and a range of experts, such as specialists in pupil welfare, SEND and behaviour.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling.
• Access to discounted wrap around childcare for staff.
• Free academy-wide social events throughout the year.

If you are interested in applying for the post, please see the Job Description/Person Specification.  To apply for this vacancy, please complete the application form, completing a full education and employment history since leaving school and indicating how you satisfy the criteria set out in the Job Description/Person Specification. You will also be required to complete and return a self-disclosure declaration with your application.  Applications should be submitted via My New Term. 

Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.  References will be requested for those shortlisted only and prior to interview.  In line with Keeping children safe in education 2024, online searches will be completed as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates, searching online content that is publicly available for inappropriate online content that may suggest that a shortlisted candidate may not be suitable to work with children, or that may harm the reputation of the school.  If any issues of concern come up in online searches, shortlisted candidates will have an opportunity to address these at interview.   An Enhanced DBS certificate will be required on provisional offer, including a check of the Children’s Barred List.  Further vetting checks, in line with the requirements of Keeping children safe in education 2024, will be completed following a provisional offer of appointment.  Where applicable, if an applicant with a provisional offer of employment has lived and/or worked outside the UK, they will be required to obtain a Certificate of Good Conduct.

The Pioneer Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks. Our Academy Safeguarding Policy 2024-25 is attached for your information. 

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