About this role
Hours of work: mornings (but hours negotiable)Working pattern: Mon- Fri term timeTerm weeks: 38 + 1 weeks school closure, minimum paid weeks of 44.600 per academic yearFTC term: 1st September 2026 - 31st August 2027As part of the Cumbria Education Trust, Hensingham school is led with shared vision, honesty and purpose. CET is a growing multi academy trust based in Cumbria. It is committed to creating outstanding, innovative and inspiring learning environments for out schools and their communities. The successful candidate will be joining CET at an exciting time, as we continue to build on our successes and move forward on our journey to establish ourselves as one of the highest performing MATs in the North of England.
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The successful candidate will work as part of a team alongside the SENCo within our school. initially within our resource provision which has 12 commissioned places across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
The role will be based within the provision, supporting individuals and small groups of pupils. The candidate will play a key role in supporting behaviour and emotional wellbeing, helping pupils to regulate and engage positively with their learning.
Responsibilities will include attending meetings, completing paperwork for external agencies, and monitoring progress. The successful candidate will also liaise closely with families to support transitions and meet care needs in line with each pupil’s EHCP.
The successful candidate will have experience of working with pupils with SEND. and will take on the shared role of Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Engagement and Welfare Officer . and as such will be a qualified HLTA or equivalent. They will be an experienced practitioner with a genuine passion for supporting children with SEND.
We can offer:
A people first approach so that you feel part of our community Enhanced opportunities for collaborative working as part of a dynamic and highly successful Multi Academy TrustExcellent career and CPD opportunities.A commitment to constantly review and improve our family friendly polices and look for new and innovative ways to aid and support our staff in achieving a healthy work/life balance Employee benefits package The successful candidate will be joining our team at an exciting time, as we continue to build on our recent successes and move forward on our journey to establish ourselves as one of the highest performing schools in our local area.
If you have the qualities we require, along with the passion and aspirations to contribute to the success of the School and the MAT, we urge you to hit the "Apply" button.
Cumbria Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches are carried out on successful candidates.
If you require more information or would like a look around school, please get in touch. You can contact our school office or our head Amanda Brotherhood on the number provided.