Pastoral Support Officer
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School:
Discover Learning Trust -
Location:
Sunderland -
Salary:
NJC 7-11 (Pro Rata) £20,779 - £22,220 -
Hours:
37 -
Contractual Status:
Permanent -
Closing Date:
27th Feb 2024
SCHOOL: Oxclose Community Academy
Address: Dilston Close, NE38 0LN
Tel: (0191) 4195120
Email: contact@oxclose.net
Web: www.oxclose.net
Headteacher: Mrs P Hegarty
Number on Roll: 1115
Position: Pastoral Support Officer
37 Hours per Week
Term Time Only – 39 Weeks
Salary: NJC 7-11 (Pro Rata) £20,779 – £22,220
We are looking to appoint a dedicated and caring Pastoral Support Officer (PSO) as soon as possible to join our existing support team. The postholder must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish productive relationships with pupils, families and other professionals.
You will:
- have a calm and positive approach
- be able to sensitively understand the needs of children and their families
- have the ability to use initiative and apply effective problem solving skills
- be able to work independently with individuals, small groups or a whole class as needed
Our PSOs provide highly valued support, addressing the needs of students who require help overcoming barriers to learning in order to achieve their full potential. The role is predominantly education based but also has a wider remit, including working with families and the wider community to promote engagement and intervention at the earliest opportunity.
For more information about the post, or an application pack, please contact the Laura Fittes via email: recruitment@oxclose.net
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
The school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. As part of our due diligence and to comply with our obligations in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search of publicly available information will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be subject to provide an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Closing Date: Noon – Tuesday 27th February 2024
Interview Date: W/B 4th March 2024
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The Discover Learning Trust
The Discover Learning Trust, a Multi Academy Trust, was established in 2013, following the sponsorship of Oxclose Village Primary School by Oxclose Community Academy. The Trust is responsible for the operation of two schools – Oxclose Primary Academy and Oxclose Community Academy (Secondary 11-16) in Washington, part of the City of Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. A unique feature of both schools is that we manage the physical and medical special needs specialist provision for Sunderland.
Our Vision
- To make a difference to our young people regardless of background
- To provide the skills and knowledge for all our young people to succeed in education, employment and life
- To be recognised as a first class inclusive, community based centre of academic excellence
Our Mission
- We serve, support and challenge our local communities with high aspirations for all in an inclusive, child centred culture
- We safeguard all members of our school communities
- We promote a culture of opportunity, tolerance, respect and care
- We aim to fulfil the potential of every individual
- We provide personalised academic opportunities through our broad curriculum provision to ensure success for all
- We provide the skills, knowledge and attitudes for all our young people to progress confidently and become successful, global citizens
Core Values
- Inclusivity – Equal opportunity for everyone. Everyone is important
- Integrity – Everyone does the right thing
- Innovation – Everyone has the opportunity to be creative in their work
- Aspiration – Everyone is encouraged to be the best they can be
- Accountability – Everyone is responsible
- Resilient – Everyone is encouraged to develop strength of character