Key Role Information

Salary
£19,772.16 - 20,403.72
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
29/11/2026 23:45
Interview
Stage 1 7th December, Stage 2 14th December
Pay grade
Support | SCP4 - SCP6
Department
Informal
Key stage
Not Applicable
Hours per week
37.00
Weeks per year
52.143
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Pay grade: B1

Pay scale level: 4-6

Hours: 32.5 per week - term time only + 5 training days

Hours of work: Main Site- Mon & Tues 8.45am- 3.45pm, Wed 8.45am- 4.15pm, Thurs 8.45am- 3.45pm, Fri 8.45am- 3.15pm.

Partnership inclusion sites will differ slightly

Responsible to: Class Teacher/ Senior LSA Co-Ordinator


Welcome to our school,


Broomfield SILC is a generic special school for pupils aged 2 to 19 years with 4 sites: our main site and 3 partnership sites at Windmill Primary, Rodillian Secondary and White Rose Post 16. 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 over 303 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 exciting to share that our school is going to be rebuilt and will open to an additional 100 young people in September 2027. We are currently in the process of designing and planning the internal and external areas to ensure we will have an environment that fully supports the needs of our learners and our school community.


We are looking for Learning Support Assistants who have the commitment, passion and resilience to make a difference to young peoples’ lives.  Exciting opportunities are available for anyone who is looking for a new challenge in a child focused, supportive environment where relationships are key. 


Previous experience of working in a school is not essential but we are seeking candidates with transferrable skills who want to invest in our pupils and deliver high quality learning opportunities. 

In return you will be provided with comprehensive Continuous Professional Development and will be supported by a professional, knowledgeable and friendly staff team who will ensure you are fully equipped to meet the needs of our diverse learners.


The successful candidate will have the following qualities:

  1. Ability to relate well to children and young people
  2. Excellent team player
  3. Resilience
  4. Ability to use initiative
  5. Problem solving skills
  6. Excellent communication skills
  7. Positive attitude
  8. Good Maths and English skills
  9. Basic IT skills including use of e-mails
  10. Willingness to learn, reflect and share effective practice with others


 In return we can offer:


  1. Working with the most inspirational pupils who are respectful, creative and resilient
  2. The support of a professional, knowledgeable and inclusive staff team
  3. A comprehensive CPD programme with potential for career development
  4. An opportunity to be an integral part of a young person’s journey and a real sense of achievement
  5. 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.



Broomfield South SILC  Safeguarding Recruitment Statement  


This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to have an up to date DBS disclosure. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974;  


It is a criminal offence for a person who is barred from working in regulated activity with children to apply for a role that involves such activity.


If shortlisted you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted. This includes only information publicly available on-line.

References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates prior to attendance at interview.


If shortlisted For successful candidates’ other relevant checks with statutory bodies will be carried out which may include prohibition from teaching, section 128 check and overseas criminal record if you have lived or worked overseas.

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


For further details and to arrange a school visit, please contact Broomfield South SILC by email HR@broomfieldschool.org.uk visit our website; www.broomfieldschool.org.uk

or by telephoning on 0113 277 1603


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

Qualifications

Medical Needs trained.desirable
GCSE level educated in literacy and numeracy or equivalent qualifications.desirable
Advanced training in Moving and Handlingdesirable
Advanced training in Intimate caredesirable
DfES Teacher Assistant Induction Programme or NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualifications or experiencedesirable
To have previous experience and additional training in supervision.desirable
First aid desirable
Trained in the use of Makatondesirable
Team Teach level 1 & 2 desirable

Skills

Experience

To be able to use basic IT devices essential
To be able to verbally communicate in a clear and concise manner with our pupils with a range of complex communication and interaction needs. essential
The ability to read, interpret and implement complex documents and policies essential
Possess a high level of written communication. essential
To be cognitively able to understand the curriculum at the level delivered in the area in which support is required. essential
To be able to relate well to and communicate effectively with children and adultsessential
To have existing knowledge of key documents in Education.
Experience in leading local excursions
Knowledge of IT software package
Experience working with people with learning difficulties, behavioural difficulties or disabilities.
Experience in planning or lesson delivery for small groups or 121 work.
To be aware of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection.
Classroom experience or experience of working with children.

Personal Attributes

Positive and flexible approach to work.essential
To be able to work constructively as part of a class and wider school teamessential
To be able to follow direct instructions as given by your Learning leader or Senior Leadership Team.essential
To have an awareness of the implications of working with vulnerable pupils and understand the importance of supporting the ethos of the setting.essential
To be an active positive role model for the pupils in our schoolessential
Possess a high level of personal resilience.essential
Committed to continuous improvement. essential
To be able to understand and observe the school and Leeds City Council Equal Opportunities Policy.essential
To carry out all duties having regard to an employee’s responsibility under Health & Safety Policiesessential
To be physically able to undertake all the techniques listed in the Team Teach Level 1 and 2.essential
To be physically able to use equipment on or off site in the moving and handling (including hoisting) of the pupils in and out of various items of equipment used by them in their daily school life.essential
To be physically able to assist the pupils in all aspects of their physical care as appropriate.essential
To be physically able to support our pupils in accessing educational visits in the community.essential
To be physically and cognitively able to access and qualify in the training programmes for all key areas in school including medical tasks as detailed in care plans, first aid training relevant to the area in school you are placed, Safeguarding training and any other essential training.essential

Broomfield South SILC

Lyndsay Beddoes

HR@Broomfieldschool.org.uk

Broom Place
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS10 3JP
Lyndsay Beddoes
HR@Broomfieldschool.org.uk

Safeguarding Information

Broomfield South SILC Safeguarding Recruitment Statement  


This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to have an up to date DBS disclosure. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974;  


It is a criminal offence for a person who is barred from working in regulated activity with children to apply for a role that involves such activity.


If shortlisted you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted. This includes only information publicly available on-line.


References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates prior to attendance at interview.


For successful candidates’ other relevant checks with statutory bodies will be carried out which may include prohibition from teaching, section 128 check and overseas criminal record if you have lived or worked overseas