Job Description

Application closing date
05/12/2025
Location
Sowerby Bridge
Salary
Band C (NJC points 4-6) Actual Salary: 15,938 - 16,447
Package
Permanent, Term-time Only plus 2 days, 27.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 8.30am - 2.30pm
Job category/type
Schools

Job description

The provision's base is at RyburnValley High School





We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.





Therefore, if you are interested, we would encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.





Are you passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning and prepare for successful reintegration into mainstream education.





Do you have the patience, resilience, adaptability, and strong communication skills to build positive relationships and support emotional wellbeing.





Can you thrive in a structured, specialist setting where teamwork and relational practice are key to success.





If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.





What the role involves in a nutshell:




Providing dedicated 1:1 and small group support for students with additional needs, ensuring access to learning and nurturing social and emotional development.

Supporting teaching and learning under the guidance of the AP Manager and classroom teacher.

Assisting with adapted resources and personalised strategies to meet individual needs.

Promoting inclusion, resilience, and independence in a safe and structured environment.

Working collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to deliver holistic support




What you'll get in return?





This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a passionate and friendly team under the direction and with the support of the Alternative Provision Manager.





You will also benefit from fantastic support and development opportunities to enable you to do what you do best at this wonderful school. At RISE you'll find a strong foundation where you can make a real difference to the lives of our children.





Benefits:




Automatic enrolment to the West Yorkshire Pension Fund

A Supportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team

Staff development through appraisal and CPD

Working as part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of our students

Free Parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Additional holidays linked to service

Eye Care

Annual Flu Vaccines

Home & Technology Scheme

Rewards and discounts

GP Online and Prescription Service

Your Care Wellbeing package

Lifestyle benefits (discount platform)




If our school sounds like a place in which you could really make a difference, then we'd love to hear from you.





About RISE Alternative Provision





RISE is a specialist intervention designed for students in Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9) who require short-term, intensive support to overcome barriers to learning and prepare for successful reintegration into mainstream education.






Our vision is clear:"Enabling every student to RISE - ready for reintegration, inspired for success."





We provide a safe, inclusive, and values-driven environment where students receive tailored academic and pastoral support. Placements typically last 12 weeks, with a strong focus on improving engagement, attendance, and emotional wellbeing.





Our approach combines structured routines, high expectations, and relational practice, ensuring every student feels supported and empowered to thrive.





RISE operates from its own dedicated, specialist building, providing a safe and structured environment that currently caters for up to 10 Key Stage 3 students.





What Makes RISE Unique




Curriculum Continuity: Students follow a curriculum aligned with the National Curriculum, adapted to meet individual needs, including core subjects and creative opportunities.

Holistic Support: We embed pastoral care, emotional regulation strategies, and targeted interventions such as ELSA, CAMHS, and career-based learning.

Positive Relationships: Behaviour management is rooted in consistency, respect, and restorative practice, aligned with Together Learning Trust policies.

Impact-Driven: Success is measured through attendance, engagement, academic progress, stakeholder voice, and reintegration outcomes.




RISE is not just an alternative provision--it's a transformational pathway that helps students re-engage with learning and build the confidence, resilience, and skills needed for their next phase.





We are extremely proud to be leading the way in Calderdale, and we need like-minded people who can really help us make the difference.





Leanne Ginty, ALTERNATIVE PROVISION MANAGER





Danny Armitage, SENIOR DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION





HOW TO APPLY





Could we be a good fit for each other? If you'd like a chat about the role, or have any questions, then we'd be delighted to hear from you. Please contact Leanne Gintyour Alternative Provision Manager via l.ginty@tlt.school





If you're ready to apply, please complete our online application fully by clicking here before the deadline.





SAFER RECRUITMENT





We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports this commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.





If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.

Closing Date: Monday 8th December at 12noon

Start Date: 5th January 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)