Job Details

Hours of work: 43.25 hours per week Working pattern: Full-time, Term-time only

(This post is paid 37 hours over 52 weeks, however the working pattern is 43.25 hours over 39 weeks.)

Closing date: Friday 14 April 2017 Interview date: Week commencing 17 April 2017

It is recommended that all candidates interested in the post contact the school and speak to Annabel Hodge, Head of Care, to gain more information and to arrange a possible visit. To do this, and for an application pack please contact Jane Woodfine or email.

Please not that Easter holidays commence Friday 31st March 2017, so please contact the school before this date if you would like a tour or any further information. Application packs will still be sent out during the Easter holidays.

St Mary's School part of the Sabden Multi Academy Trust Horam East Sussex TN21 0BT

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

About the Role

The SABDEN Multi Academy Trust Single Status Grade 5 16,875 - 17,891 plus 1,500 sleep in allowance

St Mary's is a school for boys from years 6-11 with Social, Emotional And Mental Health needs (SEMH). All pupils attending the school have an Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP) or Statement of Educational Needs in place.

We are looking to appoint an Assistant Childcare Officer to work as part of a strong Care Team who enable our pupils to access the NEST which is our residential provision.  The successful candidate will have some experience of working with and positively engaging young people.  You will be aware of the needs of young people who may be disengaged with all aspects of school life and you will be confident about being a positive role model for them. 

You will be enthusiastic, flexible and resilient in your working practice to ensure the best possible outcomes for our young people.

The successful candidate will be a team player and will value the importance of setting high standards for young people, whilst also being able to secure meaningful and professional relationships.

Pupils accessing the NEST engage in a wide range of activities aimed at encouraging healthy lifestyles and routines.  We make great use of our local environment and amenities.

The care and well-being of our pupils is paramount and you will have a thorough understanding of Safeguarding and Childcare protocols.

There will be sleeping in duties (for which there is an additional allowance of approximately 1,500 p/a) on a rota basis.

St Mary's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, written references and other employment checks.

Additional Information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System. From 6 April 2011 the Home Office has placed a permanent restriction on the number of migrant workers that all Tier 2 (General) Sponsors can recruit. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau).