Job Introduction
Thank you for your interest in this role. This is an exciting time to be joining Oaks Park High School.
We were proud to achieve a 'Good' judgement in all categories during our Ofsted inspection in October 2023. Inspectors recognised our ambitious curriculum, strong teaching, positive relationships and high expectations for all pupils, including those with SEND.
"The school is ambitious for all pupils, including those with SEND. It has designed a curriculum that sets out high academic expectations."
"Teachers have strong subject knowledge. This is reflected in their high-quality explanations of subject content."
"Pupils are respectful and polite. They understand the school's expectations in terms of conduct and behaviour."
"Staff know their pupils well, and they build positive relationships with them."
The school continues to grow in popularity within the local community, and we are delighted to be recruiting due to our continued expansion and increasing student numbers.
We have also produced a short video to provide an insight into life at Oaks Park High School and introduce some of the colleagues you may be working alongside.
This non-teaching role offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with young people, supporting them to access learning, participate fully in school life and achieve their potential.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will join a dedicated team working under the direction of the SENCo to provide high-quality support for students with a range of additional needs.
Alongside our mainstream provision, Oaks Park High School is home to Horizon, the largest autism base in the country. This specialist provision offers small teaching groups and a bespoke curriculum designed to support students with autism to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Applications are particularly welcomed from candidates who have experience working with students with autism or who are interested in developing their skills and experience within this specialist area. Please indicate this within your application.
We are looking for someone who:
Is passionate about supporting young people to succeed.
Builds positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
Works effectively as part of a team.
Communicates confidently with a wide range of stakeholders.
Is committed to inclusion and high expectations for all learners.
Is willing to learn and develop their skills within a supportive environment.
You will be expected to work effectively with teaching and support staff at all levels, as well as parents/carers, students and external agencies.
Further information can be found in the job description and person specification.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful applicant will likely be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Children’s Barred List check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). The role may also be subject to additional pre-employment checks including prohibition from teaching checks, online searches of publicly available information, qualification verification, right to work checks and satisfactory references.
As part of our recruitment process, shortlisted candidates may be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence obligations in line with statutory guidance.
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Equality monitoring information is requested separately from the application process and is not used as part of the shortlisting or selection process.
In line with statutory guidance, references may be requested prior to interview.
