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Legra Trust (made up of three Academies, Belfairs, Cecil Jones and Darlinghurst) is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated professional to inspire and enthuse our students to meet their aspirational targets throughout the Trust to be based at Cecil Jones Academy.
The successful candidate will deliver learning experiences relevant to the Silver Pathway, providing support for a group of children through a carefully structured timetable that balances learning, affection and structure within a caring home-like environment/atmosphere. You will work with classroom teachers to monitor the progress of students, ensuring the reduction in barriers to learning, increase in inclusion in mainstream and secure excellent progress for all pupils. You will also be developing positive partnerships with parents/carers and support them to develop their child's learning outside the school.
You will have a strong commitment to inclusive education, have had some experience of, or training in, learning strategies, and have the ability to supervise and support the teaching activities of individuals or groups of young people. The role will include meeting a range of needs of individuals and groups of students both in the classroom and by working with external agencies.
Our core values are:
- Resilience
- Achievement
- Independence
- Strength
- Excellence
Why Southend-on-Sea? Barely an hour from London, Southend-on-Sea is a picturesque vibrant, culture-rich seaside town that will delight the whole family. At 1.34 miles, Southend is home to the longest pleasure pier in the world. Following a delicious lunch, day on the beach or in Adventure Island Fun Park, enjoy a leisurely stroll down to the end and watch the vivid sunset, often making the Thames Estuary look like liquid gold. Southend is now becoming renowned for its buzzing cultural scene, not only does the town have two excellent theatres but it also has a diverse music scene, a wide range of art galleries and also plays host to several independent festivals for films, art and books. Why not come and see for yourself?
To apply for this position please complete the online non-teaching application form from our website (http://www.ceciljonesacademy.org.uk/home/vacancies)
Further details are available from Libby Hood on 01702 440000. Visits to the academy are welcome by appointment.
Cecil Jones Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check and satisfactory references. Cecil Jones Academy is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to positive employment policies to promote equal opportunity in employment regardless of sexual orientation, age, marital status, ethnic origin, sex, nationality, religion or disability. Our policy complies with all relevant legislation and codes of practice
Information about the School
Cecil Jones has been graded GOOD by Ofsted after a full inspection in September 2023.
As part of the Loxford School Trust we are able to work within a hub of schools, led by Loxford School, an Outstanding school, thus ensuring that our staff are able to deliver the highest educational standards.
This enables us to stay ahead of an ever evolving education system and a constantly changing society. The Trust strongly believes in developing students, so that they are able to achieve their potential both academically and as members of our community.
We work on the traditional values of respect, discipline and responsibility to prepare our students for the challenges of examinations, social interactions and the world of work. We want all of our students to find their passion and have the tools to pursue their dreams.
Our vision is simple, “that no child is left behind”.
Students are at the centre of everything we do and we aim to give all the necessary foundations for success by helping students develop the skills and attributes that will provide them with real life-chances. Students are expected to work hard and to achieve their individual best academically, to develop skills relevant to the 21st Century and to develop the self-confidence and sense of purpose necessary for success in a highly competitive global society.
Cecil Jones Academy will provide a safe, yet challenging environment where students can succeed and excel.
We will develop a strong pastoral system and curriculum to allow us to ensure that our students are happy, safe and challenged in all they do at school.
Cecil Jones Academy is an inclusive school and we pride ourselves on the fact that we are a family. We will work closely with our parents and our community in order to achieve the best for all in our school.
We aim to:
- Achieve exam success for all – we want our pupils to have as many choices as possible, with a strong foundation of
GCSEs
- Ensure that every child leaves our school knowing themselves as an individual, as a member of a team and as a
citizen
- Create a culture of learning for life
- Provide the skills needed for self-management, resilience and self-worth
- Give opportunities and experiences outside of the classroom to enrich our pupils
We believe that every student has the potential to achieve greatness and will work with every student to ensure that they get there. Our school is committed to the success of each of our pupils.
Our website should answer many of your queries.
The Loxford School Trust and Cecil Jones Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.