Support Staff Vacancies
Our dedicated staff are the backbone of our school. If you would like to join us in fulfilling our mission to provide high-quality education for our local community you may wish to apply for the following vacancies. Please email your application to Mrs Harper, PA to the Headteacher, l.harper@arnewood.hants.sch.uk or if sending by post please send to The Headteacher, The Arnewood School, Gore Road, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6RS.
The Arnewood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All posts are covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 and you will be required to declare whether you have any criminal convictions. The Arnewood School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Job overview
Part time hours: 32.5 per week, 39 weeks per year, term time only
Salary: Support Staff Band C – £18,468 – £19,244 actual (£24,405 – £25,430 FTE)
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.
To apply send a completed application to L.Harper@arnewood.hants.sch.uk. To arrange an informal chat or visit to the school, please contact Lindsey Harper on 01425 625405.
The Arnewood School follows best practice in recruiting staff in relation to safeguarding and is an equal opportunities employer.