Support Staff Vacancies

The Learning Support Department aims to support and progress the needs of those individuals with learning difficulties and/or disabilities who may require additional support to fully access the wider curriculum, assisting students to take ownership of work and become independent learners as set out in the SEND Code of Practice. Learning Support provides a positive and safe working atmosphere for some of the schools most vulnerable children. You will be working with a highly skilled, committed and enthusiastic team led by the schools Special Needs Co-ordinator. 

The successful candidate will provide support for students with Statements of Special Educational Need including those with Education, Health and Care Plans.  Salary Band B (£15,883 to £16,107 actual), 30 hours per week, term time only.

The main duties of the post are to:

• work alongside students with a range of special educational needs assisting students to take ownership of their work and become independent learners
• become familiar with the needs of the supported students
• be prepared to be flexible to meet the demands of a varied school day
• assist in the monitoring, assessment and review procedures of the Learning Support Department and, where appropriate, the wider school process
• contribute to the setting and measuring of targets set for students
• make written contributions to reviews of students’ progress
• support a range of departmental clerical/administrative duties such as marking, reading/spelling tests
• assume such duties (as teaching assistants) as required by the Headteacher
• support students as necessary who exhibit organisational difficulties
• work collaboratively with teaching staff to support the learning of students and the teaching process
• to work on access arrangements, where required
• participate in such training as is deemed necessary to keep abreast of developments in education
• show a willingness to become involved in the school’s policy on ICT, particularly in relation to Special Needs
• accept the school’s ethos and procedures
• be aware of health and safety issues that need to be addressed where there is a reasonable element of risk

Completed application forms can be sent to Mrs Harper at l.harper@arnewood.hants.sch.uk. To arrange an informal chat or visit to the school, please contact Mrs Harper on 01425 625405.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 12^th July 2024. Interviews will be held shortly thereafter.

The Arnewood School follows best practice in recruiting staff in relation to safeguarding and is an equal opportunities employer.

Part time hours: 32.5 per week, 39 weeks per year, term time only

Salary: Support Staff Band C – £17,492 – £18,268 actual (£23,115 – £24,140 FTE)

Start date: September 2024

We are looking to recruit a cover supervisor who under the professional direction of a teacher can supervise classes during staff absence.

Cover Supervisors work alongside qualified teachers covering classes for absent staff when necessary. The role is an excellent development route into teaching for suitably qualified applicants, or for those who enjoy variety and making a positive difference for young people.

The successful applicant will be confident in his/her ability to manage classes of students aged 11-16 in a calm manner. Training will be provided in classroom management and school curriculum.

The main duties of the post will include:

• supervising classes of students using material planned by a teacher to engage students in learning activities.
• establishing productive working relationships with students acting as a role model and setting high expectations of work and behaviour.
• assisting the inclusion of all children to ensure optimum learning opportunities including dealing with behaviour issues in accordance with the school behaviour policy, in both academic and pastoral settings.
• providing objective and accurate feedback to the teacher on the conduct of the lesson including keeping appropriate records as agreed with the teacher.
• complying with instructions requested by the usual class teacher.
• promoting positive values, attitudes and good student behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage students to take responsibility for their own behaviour.
• complying with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities, health and safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.

We offer: –

• well-considered professional development and a wide range of professional opportunities
• a supportive, committed, and experienced team of education and support team specialists to work alongside.
• sound induction and mentoring for all new staff.
• excellent accommodation and resources.
• exemplary personnel practice including salary progression and pension contributions.
• a work life balance that values individual happiness and fulfilment.

Completed application forms can be sent to Mrs Harper at l.harper@arnewood.hants.sch.uk. To arrange an informal chat or visit to the school, please contact Mrs Harper on 01425 625405.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 12^th July 2024. Interviews will be held shortly thereafter.

The Arnewood School follows best practice in recruiting staff in relation to safeguarding and is an equal opportunities employer.