Learning Supervisor

Pontefract Academies Trust; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Learning Supervisor to join their vibrant team at Carleton High School. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives by providing essential classroom supervision and support. The ideal candidate will possess a proactive attitude and a genuine passion for education, contributing to a strong community focused on student success. With a commitment to professional development and a range of employee benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in a rewarding educational environment.

Benefits

Generous employer pension

Annual leave entitlements

Employee wellbeing programme

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Free eyecare via Specsavers

Free flu vaccinations

Family friendly policies

Professional development opportunities

Discounts at retailers

Qualifications

• Passion for helping pupils thrive and meet their full potential.
• Experience of working in a similar specialist area is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom supervision for pupils in the absence of teachers.
• Maintain accurate records and feedback to teachers.

Skills

Classroom Supervision

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Experience in Specialist Area

Education

4 or more GCSE's at Grade C/4 or higher

Level 3 Qualification (NVQ, A Level, BTEC)

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Closing Date:13/05/2025 10:00 Interview Date: TBC Start Date: ASAP

Additional Information

Establishment: Carleton High School Location: Carleton High School Salary: £23,010.00 - £25,124.00 pro rata (£30,559.00 - £33,366.00 FTE) per annum Department: Learning Support Job Type: Full Time Key Stage: Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 Closing Date:13/05/2025 10:00 Interview Date: TBC Start Date: ASAP

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 44.700 Pay Grade: Support Staff | 18 - 23

The Role

Required ASAP

‘Are you seeking a new and rewarding challenge? Do you have a genuine passion for making a difference? If your answer is a resounding 'Yes,' then you might be the ideal candidate we're searching for.'

About Pontefract Academies Trust

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve.

The Trust is renowned for its commitment to excellence and has achieved remarkable success. Our primary outcomes at Key Stage 2 now sit 27% above the national average, with five out of the seven in the top 5% in the country for combined outcomes. Three of our primary schools – De Lacy,Carleton Park and Larks Hill – were recognised as Outstanding across all areas in their 2024 Ofsted inspections.

Our secondary schools Key Stage 4 results for English, Maths and Science are well above national average and both schools had successful visits from Ofsted in 2024 and 2022.

About Carleton High School

Carleton High School is a warm and welcoming school, where there is a strong community feel. We are an exceptionally high achieving school, with academic outcomes for progress consistently being significantly over national. For the last 5 years we have consistently gained strong results becoming one of the top schools in Wakefield. In our recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024, we were recognised as ‘Good Improving’ which acknowledges the extraordinary improvements that Carleton High School has made. Within the DNA of the school is the core focus to improve life chances for our students. Our students uphold values of respect, responsibility, determination, and excellence which enable them to become the best versions of themselves. This is an extremely exciting time to be joining Carleton High School as we continue on our journey to becoming an outstanding school.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Learning Supervisor to become part of our team at Carleton HighSchool. We are looking for someone with a proactive 'can-do' attitude and a passion for doing whatever it takes.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing classroom supervision for pupils where colleagues are absent from duty. They will complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities and maintain accurate records in the teachers absence, e.g. feedback to the teacher and accurate registers.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:

• has a passion for helping pupils thrive and meet their full potential.
• has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and students.
• can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.
• has experience of working in a similar specialist area.

This is a permanent 32.5 hours per week, term time plus two days contract.

What can we offer you?

We’re passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:

• Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities,
• Everyday Development (EDD) Framework, including goals that are personal and flexible and professional development days to self-reflect and invest in personal development to aid staff engagement, boost wellbeing and enhance employee skills,
• Generous employer pension- West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS),
• Generous annual leave entitlements paid as part of your annual salary (starting from 26 days annual leave, up to a maximum of 33 days dependent on length of service and grade of role – plus 8 statutory bank holidays),
• Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance,
• Cycle to work scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Discounted gym membership
• Free eyecare via Specsavers
• Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters),
• Discounts at numerous retailers including O2
• Free flu vaccinations.

School Visits

Potential candidates are encouraged and very welcome to visit our school. This is a great opportunity to explore our facilities, meet our dedicated staff, and get a feel for the vibrant community we have built here. We look forward to welcoming you and answering any questions you may have.

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: 10:00am, Tuesday 13th May 2025
• Interview Date: TBC
• Start Date: ASAP

Application Process

• Complete application form via our website

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare.

Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.

Qualifications

Qualification Title

Grade

4 or more GCSE's at Grade C/4 or higher, including English and Maths (or equivalent grades/qualifications) Grade C/4 or higher, evidence will be required Essential

Level 3 Qualification (NVQ, A Level, BTEC) or equivalent relevant to role Desirable

Degree or equivalent qualification Desirable

Understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection issues Desirable

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.

The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.

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Green Lane
Carleton
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF8 3NW