Learning Coach, Level 2 (5 days per week)

Hours : 31 hours per week (5 days), 39 weeks per year Salary: Grade 4 (£25,583 x 73.59%) Contract: Permanent This role is predominantly based with pupils in Years 7-11 however applicants are expected to be open to supporting across all ages (3-16). The Governing Body wish to appoint a Learning coach to work at Ysgol Nantgwyn to complement our existing team. We are seeking a highly committed and enthusiastic practitioner who can support predominantly with lower and middle school-age pupils however is comfortable across the 3-16 age range of our school. The successful candidate will: enjoy a challenge and has the determination to make a difference in providing the best for all children establish good working relationships with children, acting as a positive role model have high expectations of achievement and behaviour have good interpersonal skills and be able to work flexibly and constructively as part of a strong team be committed to supporting the well-being of pupils, demonstrating empathy and warmth possess a sound understanding of the Curriculum for Wales be able to appreciate and support the role of other professionals be prepared to participate in professional development and training opportunities be able to work under the direction of the class teacher to ensure high-quality learning takes place always ensure confidentiality and adhere to school policies and procedures Application forms, and further details, including a job description and person specification for the role may be obtained from the eteach website or via the Schools Recruitment website. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 7th October, midday. PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK. The Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network. An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. In view of the large number of Application Forms which are currently being submitted individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.