What skills and experience we're looking for
Essential
A good relevant education to GCSE Level or equivalent
Previous experience of working with children in an educational setting.
• Successful experience of working within a Secondary school/ Education setting
• Experience of using Information Technology to support students in the classroom.
• Experience of supporting SEN students in a mainstream classroom environment
• Knowledge of strategies to recognise and reward efforts and achievements along with the ability to encourage students to become self-reliant and independent learners.
• Knowledge of SEND.
• Have had experience of working with children with SEMH
• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies
• Good interpersonal skills with both adults and children.
• Be dependable, able to follow instructions and respond to management directions.
• Have good working ICT knowledge.
• Have a willingness to extend skills through appropriate training
• A passion and desire to drive things forward.
• Commitment to working within the School’s Safeguarding Policy and Procedures.
• High levels of professional integrity, energy and enthusiasm.
• Flexibility to undertake any role within the department.
• Commitment to high standards and expectations.
• An ability to quickly adapt to changes
Desirable:
• Honors degree or equivalent
• A good relevant education to GCSE Level or equivalent
• Further qualifications or training relevant to the role
Qualification or experience in Speech and Language
What the school offers its staff
The GLT recognises that our employees are our most important asset, and we are aware that the quality and commitment of our employees is critical to our success. We offer all our employees the following staff benefits:
• A supportive ethos and concern for the well-being of all colleagues
• Excellent CPD opportunities and career progression
• Employer contributions to Local Government (LGPS) or Teachers Pension Scheme
• Access to Blue Light Card Scheme
• Access to Teacher Art Pass Scheme (teaching staff only)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Gym membership scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free eye tests
• Car benefit scheme
• My Health discounts
Commitment to safeguarding
Five Acres High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people therefore this appointment will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure.