Job Coach (E6506) - Broomfield South SILC

Leeds, England, United Kingdom

1/2/2025

C1 Job Coach

Pay grade: C1

Pay scale level: 12-17

Hours: 32.5 per week - term time only + 5 training days

Hours of work: Based at Post 16 provision working within employment settings across Leeds . Hours will be completed between 8.45 – 4.15pm depending on needs of young people.

Responsible to: Teacher responsible for Careers and PSHE

Welcome to our school,

Broomfield SILC is a generic special school for pupils aged 2 to 19 years with 3 sites: our main site and 3 satellite sites at Windmill Primary, Rodillian Secondary and the new Post 16 provision The Future Steps Hub 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 271 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’. I am 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 C1 position as a Job Coach based at The Future Steps Hub and within workplaces across Leeds to support our development of employability curriculum. These roles are suitable for candidates who have some experience working with young people with additional needs. Candidates who have experience in education, 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. Specific training will be offered within this role.

The successful candidate will have the following qualities:

• Ability to relate well to children, young people and adults
• Excellent team player
• Resilience
• Ability to use initiative
• Problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude
• Dedication to improving outcomes for most 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 development
• An opportunity to be an integral part of the young peoples journeys and a real sense of achievement
• A workplace that listens to all staff and values their skillset and contribution
  
  
  

Kathryn Bryan

Headteacher

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age, or disability.

Safeguarding Recruitment Statement

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Access: The Broomfield main site and our partnership sites have disabled access facilities, including a lift.

For further details please see our recruitment page on My New Term https://mynewterm.com/school/Broomfield-South-Silc/108123 or visit our website- https://www.broomfieldschool.org.uk/Job-vacancies/

Please note that Broomfield South SILC operates No Smoking or vaping policy

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

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