Term-time Boarding Support Worker
Novalis Trust
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Job summary
Welfare Support Worker
Term-time 39 weeks pa
William Morris School, part of Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children with neurodevelopmental difficulties. The school is one of the few educational establishments in the country to adopt a truly trauma-informed and trauma-responsive approach to care, therapy and education.
We are currently seeking dedicated term-time only welfare staff to work in our small 39-week boarding provision, due to open in September 2024.
Main duties of the job
Hours: 39 weeks pa, term-time only working a two-week fixed rota which is on average 40 hours per week & two sleep-ins. This will include working every other weekend.
You will be establishing key support relationships with pupils in their boarding provision while providing them with the care, guidance and support they need to thrive. We offer a supportive environment with a fixed two-week rota.
About us
- Excellent training opportunities - including RQF Level 3, Level 4 Certificate in Trauma Informed Care
- From £12 per hour (£13.80 at weekends and higher rates of pay for staff with RQF Level 3) and £89 sleep-in rate (approx. 52-week full time equivalent: £32,500 pa)
- Full time and part time options available
- Staff are supported in a community setting with good team relationships
- Term time holidays in line with Gloucestershire schools
- Clear career progression path for staff who wish to develop their careers within the Trust
- Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
- Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
- Health Cash Plan for Employees
- Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)
Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.
Date posted
25 July 2024
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12 to £13.80 an hour (approx. 52-week full time equivalent: £32,500 pa)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Term time hours
Reference number
B0620-24-0007
Job locations
William Morris School
Chipmans Platt
Stonehouse
Gloucestershire
GL10 3SH
Employer details
Employer name
Novalis Trust
Address
William Morris School
Chipmans Platt
Stonehouse
Gloucestershire
GL10 3SH