HLTA (inc ELSA) - Endeavour
Are you looking for a job where every day is different and you can make a real difference to pupils’ lives and education?
The Cedars Academy is an 11 to 18 academy in Birstall, on the outskirts of Leicester. We believe in kindness, hard work and personal responsibility, and we work tirelessly to teach these values to our pupils. We have an incredibly warm and welcoming body of staff who are creating a brilliant school in the heart of our community. We are a school where staff can and do make a real difference in the lives of young people.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic HLTA (inc ELSA) – Endeavour on a permanent contract to start as soon as possible. This role is based in Endeavour, our bespoke SEMH provision that provides young people with life experiences, a family ethos and range of suitable qualifications, leading to successful outcomes.
We chose the name Endeavour as it embodies the resilience, determination and perseverance we hope to instill in our pupils in their time with us.
Hours of Work: 32.5 (39 weeks – term time plus one week) Monday-Friday 8:30-3:30pm.
Salary: Pay grade 8 pay points 15-18 currently £28,605 FTE. (Actual salary £21,499 per annum)
Responsible to: Assistant Principal - Lead of Endeavour
This post is designated as a regulated activity and requires enhanced disclosure and criminal records check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check).
We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close applications and interview early if we receive a high volume of applicants. Shortlisted candidates are subject to an online check.
Interviews: As soon as possible
The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.
We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.
Safeguarding Statement:
The Cedars is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
