Job Introduction
Spalding Primary Academy is seeking to appoint a Pastoral Lead to work with our children with additional needs. The successful candidate will be a qualified Teaching Assistant who has experience of working with children who need support with de-escalating their behaviours and supporting them to regulate so they are in a place to learn. The role will include providing planned, regular interventions for children across the school who have EBSA, have experienced bereavement or with other additional needs.
The successful candidate will be a dedicated, energetic, enthusiastic and caring professional with the ability to build relationships with children. The ability to work as part of a team and under your own initiative is important. The successful candidate must be able to show excellent organisational and communication skills with children and colleagues. Candidates must be able to show compassion, patience, trustworthiness and reliability.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to contribute to the shaping of a significant area of development for our school.
The post is 37 hours per week, term time only plus 5 training days.
Salary – G5 12 – G5 15 = £22,752 - £ 25,064 actual, gross per annum.
In return you will:
- Be treated with trust and respect to become the best you can be.
- Supported by a strong and caring leadership team.
- Be part of a hardworking, friendly, supportive and professional team.
- Receive excellent opportunities for professional development.
- We are located just minutes from Spalding centre and half an hour from Peterborough.
If you would like to arrange a discussion before applying, please email Katie.Fudge@infinityacademies.co.uk
To apply for this position, please click on the following link:
https://mynewterm.com/jobs/148373/EDV-2025-SPA-03023
Closing date: 01/06/25.
Spalding Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. References will be requested prior to interview.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
