Broomfield South SILC · Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber
Education Support Worker Co-ordinator Pay grade: S01 Pay scale level: 23-25 Hours: 32.5 per week - term time only + 5 training days Hours of work: Based at main Broomfield provision working within school, care, home and community settings. Hours will be completed between 8.45 - 4.15pm depending on the needs of the young people. Responsible to: Class teacher responsible for Inreach Provision Welcome to our school, Broomfield SILC is a generic special school for pupils aged 2 to 19 years with 4 sites: our main site 2 partnership sites at Windmill Primary and Rodillian Secondary and a specialist Post 16 college at White Rose Business Park. The SILC is based in the South of Leeds and caters for a wide range of needs from moderate learning difficulties; severe learning difficulties; complex and multiple learning needs; Autism and social and emotional and mental health needs. Some students have additional needs - physical; medical; speech and language; visual, hearing or sensory impairment. We are a very popular choice for parents and carers and currently have 287 pupils on roll. Broomfield secured a ‘Good’ Ofsted in March 2023 where inspectors commented that leaders have ‘ high ambitions ’ and ‘ high aspirations for all pupils ’ and that ‘ staff are proud to work in our school ’. We are very proud of our school community where staff are committed to supporting young people to fulfil their potential and prepare them fully for their future, particularly focusing on communication, independence, and emotional regulation. We have an exciting opportunity for full time permanent HLTA position as Inreach Education Support Worker Co-ordinator. The roles are suitable for candidates who have experience working with Autistic people with complex communication needs and SEMH. Candidates who have experience in education, health, adult services and social care will be considered for this role. In return you will be provided with comprehensive Continuous Professional Development and will be supported by a professional, knowledgeable and friendly staff team who will ensure you are fully equipped to meet the needs of our diverse learners. The successful candidate will have the following qualities: Ability to relate well to children, young people and adults Excellent team player Experience of co-ordinating a team Resilience Ability to use initiative and think creatively Problem solving skills Excellent communication skills Positive ‘can do’ attitude Good English, Maths and ICT skills Excellent safeguarding knowledge and practice Dedication to improving outcomes for the most vulnerable complex young people Willingness to learn, reflect and share effective practice with others In return we can offer: Working with the most inspirational pupils and staff who are respectful, creative and resilient The support of a professional, knowledgeable and inclusive staff team A comprehensive CPD programme with potential for career deve