As a key member of the Gateway team, you will be the first point of contact for pupils and their families, building positive relationships that encourage attendance, participation and progress. Through the planning and delivery of innovative classroom-based learning, enrichment opportunities and off-site activities, you will help create meaningful educational experiences that inspire young people to reconnect with their learning journey.

This role is ideal for someone who can think creatively, adapt their approach to meet individual needs, and develop engaging learning opportunities that motivate pupils who may have previously experienced barriers to education. You will use your skills, knowledge and initiative to deliver personalised learning programmes, working closely with pupils, families and colleagues to support successful outcomes.

The role is wonderfully varied and will involve working both within and beyond the classroom environment. You will lead and support small group sessions, deliver enrichment activities, and facilitate learning experiences in a range of settings. You will be confident in building rapport, maintaining high expectations, and creating positive relationships that help pupils develop confidence, resilience and a renewed engagement with education.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and committed to helping them realise their potential.

This role is 39 weeks per year, 37 hours per week (term time plus 5 training days)

 About Us 

Brompton Hall School is based within private grounds in the pretty village of Brompton-by-Sawdon and is a Special Education School for pupils aged between 8 and 16 years.

Our Multi Academy Trust is a group of inspirational and aspirational mainstream and specialist schools in North Yorkshire, Hull and South Yorkshire whose main objective is to ensure that all pupils make exceptional progress through the development of outstanding staff.

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 Our Pupils

We are a specialist school for pupils aged 8 to 16 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

 Our pupils join us from mainstream schools because they benefit from a setting that can provide additional behavioural support and a more personalised approach to helping them succeed.

 We use a therapeutic approach to help support children and young people with their emotional and social development using practical strategies and techniques, built around online assessments that identify children’s emotional development and provides action plans for their individual needs.

 Research has shown that how we behave is linked to how we feel, and our emotions are linked to how we learn. By teaching children to recognise and notice these feelings and emotions it can help with their development and learning.

 At Brompton Hall, we believe every young person deserves a fresh start, a sense of belonging, and the chance to thrive. We are committed to helping each student rediscover their strengths, rebuild trust, and reimagine their future.

Key Responsibilities

·         Ensure pupil welfare and safety

·         Deliver targeted interventions and use ICT to enhance learning

·         Lead out-of-school activities and supervise students

·         Manage resources and adapt strategies

·         Provide clear feedback and assist with planning

·         Support behaviour plans and safeguarding

·         Encourage pupil engagement and independence

·         Attend meetings, follow policies, and contribute to school success

 The successful applicant will have:

·         NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification is essential

·         Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age

·         Understanding of National Curriculum, and other codes of practice eg SEN, Equalities

·         GCSE English and Maths Grade A-C (or equivalent – eg Certificate in Adult Literacy / Numeracy Level 2)

·         The ability to build strong relationships with children, motivating and developing them

·         A passion for seeing young people succeed

·         Resilience

 We offer:

·         A supportive working environment

·         A commitment to professional development

·         An opportunity to work with a dynamic team

·         Fantastic pupils who deserve the best education

·         Continued investment in your own professional development as part of the Trust

·         The opportunity to be part of our rapidly improving school

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a dedicated team of professionals who are committed to making a difference.

 If you feel you have the right qualities and would like to help take our school to the next level we would love to hear from you.

 Queries / School Visits

Informal chats about the role are welcomed and encouraged. For queries or to arrange a call or visit with the Headteacher / Head of Department, please contact Denny.Crossley@vennacademy.org or call 01723 859121

 Application Process

Download the job description

Please apply via MyNewTerm

An email will be sent to shortlisted candidates with details of the interview process / shortlisting outcome.

We do not accept CV’s

Please contact us if your need to apply in a different format.

 When applying please take into account the following:

Supporting Information

The supporting information section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the job description & person specification. This will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.

 References

When completing your application, please provide two employment referees. Generally, this is your current and most recent employer. Please note your referee should ideally be a previous line manager or someone in a position of authority.

Venn Academy Trust is committed to achieving fairness and equality in employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Our Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment. We have a robust child protection policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school.

 Please note this post is in regulated activity and exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS criminal records and barred list check for work with children. An online search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.