Learning Support Teacher (Maths / SEND Specialist) - CAPA College, Wakefield

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Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of CAPA College.

CAPA College are looking to appoint a Learning Support Teacher to specialise in the delivery of the Level 2 Maths curriculum (GCSE and/or Functional Skills) to a small cohort of students re-sitting their exams.

The role will also focus on supporting all learners (especially those with SEND) with their academic and study studies through a range of bespoke small group and 1:1 intervention .

About Us

CAPA College (Creative and Performing Arts College) is Yorkshire’s newest and most exciting post-16 education institution. Since opening its door as Wakefield’s first DfE-funded Free School in September 2018 within Enhance Academy Trust, CAPA College has already established itself as one of the leading Arts education providers in the North of England; and this is your opportunity to join our award-winning team.

Based in the heart of Wakefield, CAPA College delivers the highest quality training, education and pastoral guidance to support talented students, aged 16-19, who are serious about pursuing a career in the Arts. CAPA College aims to inspire, train and educate the next generation of performers, creatives, designers and technicians and attracts students from across Yorkshire and beyond. Students are enrolled on four distinct pathways: Performing Arts, Dance, Drama and Production Arts.

CAPA College provides students with intensive full-time practical training alongside the rigour of academic Arts study. This combination of Outstanding Arts training and academic excellence ensures that students develop the skills, training experience, knowledge, understanding and qualifications they need to progress to the top universities, leading national and internal Arts conservatoires and professional Arts-based employment.

CAPA College’s professional approach and ethos continues to be maintained throughout all aspects of its provision. Alongside an outstanding curriculum and excellent teaching, students gain extensive experience performing through the UK and working alongside professional artists, companies and theatre venues.

CAPA College is led by a team of extraordinary teachers, performers, creatives, designers and industry professionals. The core leadership team have an impressive 13-year legacy which includes consistent ‘Outstanding’ judgements from Ofsted, impeccable exam results and a regional and national reputation for excellence.

This is a very exciting time as CAPA College prepares to implement the next stage of its development. CAPA College is currently renting temporary accommodation but will move to its new, permanent home on Mulberry Way (opposite Wakefield Westgate train station) in September 2022. This purpose-built, multi million pound facility will enable CAPA College to expand its cohort from 130 students to 250 students per year group as well as offering more performance and learning opportunities, new course pathways, increased staffing, exceptional resources and better outreach with the local community.

Are you excited by the opportunity to be a part of CAPA College as it becomes a flagship for Arts Education in the North? Are you highly motivated and have exacting standards? Then we would love to hear from you.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Can

• Plan and deliver engaging Level 2 Maths (GCSE and Functional Skills) to a small cohort of students with highly successful outcomes;
• Deliver effective, high quality and engaging small group and 1:1 interventions;
• Support the academic progress of all students, especially those with SEND needs, in achieving the best possible academic outcomes.
  

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Will

• Engage and support all young people in their academic studies, especially within Maths and those students with SEND needs;
• Deliver a range of highly engaging and effective lessons and interventions;
• Ensure students make progress within lessons, intervention and over time.
  

In Return, We Will Offer You

• An opportunity to make your mark in an outstanding new Arts focused post 16 provision;
• A professional and supportive team;
• A personalised approach to continuing professional development;
• A college that has a clear vision for improving outcomes and has student welfare and development at the centre of its ethos;
• Students with a positive attitude and a willingness to succeed.
  

For further information please check out our website www.capacollege.co.uk or email recruitment@capacollege.co.uk

Application Forms Can Be Downloaded From Our Website And

• Sent with a covering letter by e-mail to recruitment@capacollege.co.uk or
• Posted with a covering letter to CAPA College, Unity House, Westgate, Wakefield WF1 1EP
  

CLOSING DATE: Midnight Wednesday 7th July 2021

Enhance Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and pre-employment and safeguarding checks.