JOB OVERVIEW
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a strong candidate to support teaching and learning at Meadow Primary School in Epsom. This role is varied, and we are looking for an adaptable, talented and enthusiastic individual to join our friendly, multi-cultural and well-resourced school to start as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity to join our supportive school community and to make a real difference to children's learning. Do you have a commitment to raising standards, an adaptable approach to work and are you looking for an exciting new challenge? If so, you are just the person for us. This post has arisen due to an increased need for SEND support. There will be the opportunity to work with individual children and small groups.This role will provide a truly satisfying and varied career for the right candidate. The successful applicant will have strong commitment to inclusive education and will be capable of working independently but will also be able to demonstrate that they can work effectively as part of a team. They should also be able to demonstrate that they can engage pupils in lesson times and unstructured times.The successful candidate will have: a commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare and safety excellent verbal and written communication skills - supported by good qualifications in both Maths and Englishstrong IT skillsa positive, can-do attitude towards all aspects of your work demonstrated an ability to manage pupils and deal with challenging behaviourIn return we can offer: a friendly and supportive working environment, including access to a comprehensive employee assistance schemea condensed school yeara commitment to provide opportunities for your professional development Local Government Pension Scheme. staff benefits scheme including 24/7 online GP service, Cycle to Work scheme and free online fitness classesJob requirements: Working with a wide range of class teachers to deliver excellent teaching and learning. Coaching children on a 1:1 or group basis. Accompanying groups on trips. Supporting assessment and evidencing learning Working with the teacher to create stimulating classroom displays and learning resources Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all learners Creating opportunities for all learners to reach their potential, irrespective of ability Please visit our website to learn more about our school. Further details and application packs can be downloaded through E-teach or please contact the school office as above. The school was inspected by Ofsted in September 2022 and was judged as a ‘good’ school - 'Pupils behave well. Pupils show the learning behaviours in lessons that leaders want them to, such as resilience and resourcefulness'. Meadow Primary School is part of Bourne Education Trust (‘BET’) - a regional multi-academy trust. BET is a fast moving and exciting place to work with every school within our Trust free to shape their individual character. Brilliant teachers, support staff and leaders share a commitment to providing a first-class education to the children within their schools and as a Trust we strive to ensure that our provision enables every child to fulfil their potential. Hours: 32.5 hours (over 37 weeks per year). We would be prepared to consider a job share for suitable candidatesPay scale: SURREY SP3 (£23,576) - £17,371 pro-rata 32.5 hours per week Reporting to: Headteacher Closing date: Noon on Wednesday, 13th November 2024. Interviews: Week commencing 18th November 2024. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we would recommend that you submit your application as early as possible. We regret that we are unable to accept or consider CVs. Applications must be submitted on the application form. In a bid to reduce costs, unsuccessful applicants will not be contacted. Visits to school are warmly welcomed - please contact the school office to arrange. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS).