Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Broomfield South SILC.

Hours of work: To be decided on appointment

Responsible to: Pupil Welfare Team Leader/ Assistant Head Pastoral SENCO

Welcome to our school,

Broomfield SILC is a generic special school for pupils aged 2 to 19 years with 3 sites: our main site and 2 partnership sites at Windmill Primary, Rodillian Secondary and our new Post-16 partnership site at the White Rose Business Park called Future Steps. The SILC is based in the South of Leeds and caters for a wide range of needs from moderate learning difficulties; severe learning difficulties; complex and multiple learning needs; Autism and social and emotional and mental health needs. Some students have additional needs – physical; medical; speech and language; visual, hearing or sensory impairment. We are a very popular choice for parents and carers and currently have 228 pupils on roll.

Broomfield secured a ‘Good’ Ofsted in March 2023 where inspectors commented that leaders have ‘high ambitions’ and ‘high aspirations for all pupils’ and that ‘staff are proud to work in our school’. I am very proud of our school community where staff are committed to supporting young people to fulfil their potential and prepare them fully for their future, particularly focusing on communication, independence, and emotional regulation.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, motivational and creative Family Support Worker to join our dedicated team at this exciting time in the life of the school. You will be based at our Post 16 Future Steps partnership at the White Rose Business Park. Broomfield greatly values the work of our Family Support Workers and the vital contributions they make to the school in developing the life chances and opportunities of our pupils and young people.

We are looking for a Family Support Worker who wants to make a real difference to the lives of our pupils to guide their learning and maximise their progress in all areas of school life.

The successful candidate will have the following qualities:

• Excellent literacy and numeracy skills, to at least Level 2 (GCSE grade A-C or equivalent).
• Secure Knowledge of Microsoft software packages.
• ICT
• Positive attitude
• Enthusiasm
• Able to work effectively in a team
• Able to use initiative
• Willingness to learn, reflect and share effective practice with others

In return we can offer:

• Working with the most inspirational pupils who are respectful, creative and resilient
• The support of a professional, knowledgeable and inclusive staff team
• A comprehensive CPD programme with potential for career development
• An opportunity to be an integral part of a young person’s journey and a real sense of achievement
• A workplace that listens to all staff and values their skillset and contribution

Kathryn Bryan

Headteacher

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age, or disability.

Safeguarding Recruitment Statement

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Access: The Broomfield main site and our partnership sites have disabled access facilities, including a lift.

For further details please see our recruitment page on My New Term Broomfield South Silc, Leeds, West Yorkshire | Teaching Jobs & Education Jobs | MyNewTerm or visit our Website Broomfield SILC – Job Vacancies or by telephoning on 0113 2771603

Please note that Broomfield South SILC operates No Smoking or vaping policy