CHI, Bargates, Christchurch
BCP Salary Band 6 (£19,325-£20,988) - appointments will be made at the starting point of the salary range. The salary shown is pro-rated based on a 27-hour working week from the full-time equivalent.
27 hours per week (9:00 a.m.-3.00 p.m. from Monday to Thursday and 9.00 a.m. -12.00 p.m. on Friday), 39 weeks per year (term time only + inset days). Consideration will be given to lesser hours per week but we ask that applicants commit to a minimum 2 full days (12 hours).
It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
An exciting and rewarding opportunity to join our team of Learning & Employment Support Workers has arisen. Working within the CHI team to deliver a unique programme for young people with learning difficulties which combines education and on-the-job training, your role will be to support, encourage and role model expectations within the workplace as well as providing a supportive and positive environment for learning.
The CHI course is an accredited course designed to enhance students’ employability prospects by providing a blend of intensive ‘classroom’ based learning and purposeful, on-the-job training and work shadowing. More details of the CHI curriculum can be found on our website www.linwood.bournemouth.sch.uk
The CHI project supports students with a variety of additional learning difficulties who are based in Bargates Christchurch, the Marsham Court Hotel and Tesco Riverside, Bournemouth. Students also participate in work placements in a variety of other workplaces where they need further development and training. In addition, the role of the Learning & Employment Support Worker is within the classroom assisting learning as well as visiting and supporting students in these workplaces. Applicants will therefore need to hold a range of GCSE’s in English and Maths or equivalent as a minimum.
The successful applicant must have a clear understanding of excellent workplace practice and be able to model this to our students to benefit and enhance their learning.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential. Applicants must be able to assess students’ development on placements and work with the CHI team and businesses to ensure that progress is being made and any difficulties passed on to the relevant staff to be addressed. Therefore, some flexibility is required in this role; the ability to adapt at short notice as well as being able to work under pressure would be an advantage.
A genuine occupational requirement exists for the successful candidate to hold a full driving licence and hold business insurance for this purpose. Driving and vehicle documentation will be checked on appointment and annually thereafter.
In addition to the flexible benefits provided BCP Council, Linwood School also provides:
If you would like further information about the role of a Learning and Employment Support Worker, please speak to Sharon Jenkin, Assistant Headteacher and CHI Lead on 07399 335963. Visits to CHI are welcomed.
Commitment to Diversity
At Linwood School, we take pride in being an equal opportunities employer that champions a diverse workforce. We actively seek and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, recognising that a rich tapestry of experiences enhances our ability to support our diverse student population. Our commitment to diversity not only fosters a sense of belonging but also strengthens the learning environment for everyone involved.
Safeguarding Commitment
Linwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and an overseas criminal record check if they have lived or worked outside the UK in the past 10 years. Employment offers are also subject to satisfactory references, health assessments, and right-to-work checks. All Linwood School staff are expected to adhere to our policies and procedures in respect of safeguarding and child protection, including Keeping Children Safe in Education and Guidance for adults working with children and young people in an education setting.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and its amendments. If the role is exempt, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed.
For any enquiries regarding your application please contact the HR Department on 01202 636811 or email recruitment@linwood.bournemouth.sch.uk
Linwood School is an ‘Outstanding’ (Ofsted January 2025) multi-campus, day special school for children and young people aged 3 – 19. Our students have a wide range of special educational needs including moderate (MLD), severe (SLD) and profound (PMLD) and complex learning difficulties (CLDD) as well as those on the Autism spectrum. We offer a variety of curriculum pathways to meet those needs and ensure that all our children and young people achieve the best possible outcomes.
