Behaviour Support Assistant

Job Title: Behaviour & Learning Practitioner (BLP) Location: Derby Pride Academy Grade/Scale: Derby City Support Pay Scale - Grade F, Point 15 - 20. Actual Salary, £25,938 - £28,160 per annum Contract: 37 hours per week, term time only, Fixed Term contract Derby Pride Academy (DPA) became one of the first alternative provision academy free schools to ever open within the country. DPA offers alternative provision for young people aged 11 - 16 who are referred by their mainstream school or Derby City LA. The academy provides an environment where all students feel understood, valued and cared for. DPA is looking to appoint a Behaviour & Learning Practitioner (BLP). The successful candidate will be a patient, enthusiastic and supportive individual who is passionate about helping pupils to achieve their full potential. They will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils both in and out of the classroom. Please see the attached Application Support Pack including a Welcome from The Head Teacher and more information about DPA and Esteem MAT. Please review the attached Job Description to learn more about the role and what we are looking for in the successful candidate. I wish you well with your application and please arrange a visit if you want to find out just how unique the academy is. Benefits Include: - LGPS Pension Scheme (16.6% employer contributions) - Access to Westfield Health membership scheme including cashback schemes for health and retail benefits, discounted gym memberships, and free confidential advice. - Access to National College CPD platform. - Access to My Money Matters Financial Wellbeing Platform For further information, please contact Connor Jacob (Regional Business Lead) on cjacob@esteemmat.co.uk. We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status. Perfection is not required, if you are excited by the role and our organisation, but not sure if you meet 100% of the criteria, we would still love to hear from you!