Focus Room and Behaviour Support Co-Ordinator
Nower Hill High School
Harrow
- Expiring soon
- Quick apply
- Salary:
- Salary scale H5, at £29,583 which pro rata is £25,302.34.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Immediate Start
- Apply by:
- 8 May 2024
Job overview
Required for an immediate start: an enthusiastic, proactive and organised person to support, mentor and work with students who have been identified by staff in school who need a restorative focus following behaviour concerns. The right candidate will enjoy working with students who may present with challenging behaviour and be effective at maintaining good relationships whilst upholding very high expectations of behaviour. They would be working alongside an outstanding team of staff at Nower Hill, and be a part of the Student Support Leadership Team.
The post would suit an individual with experience in working with teenagers in some capacity; alternatively, an individual who has worked with young adults and has transferable skills and a real willingness to work patiently with young people experiencing challenges in making the most of their school experience. They would need to be robust and have a positive, “can do” approach.
Nower Hill is a high achieving co-educational, multicultural school. At the most recent Ofsted inspection the school was rated “outstanding”. We have high all round standards and a warm, supportive environment.
36 hours per week term time only, Monday to Friday 8:15am-4:15pm (an unpaid break is incorporated in the hours). Salary scale H5, at £29,583 which pro rata is £25,302.34.
Closing date: 9am Wednesday 8th May 2024
Interview date: tbc
For all vacancies, please apply as soon as possible as shortlisting / interviews will be ongoing up until the closing date. Should a suitable candidate be appointed, the advert may close early.
Nower Hill High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon an enhanced criminal record check with the Disclosure and Barring Service; a prohibition from teaching check (teachers only); satisfactory references; the right to work in the UK; and a satisfactory health check. As a diverse and inclusive school we are committed to equality of opportunity for all of our staff and welcome applications that represent our very diverse school community. Applications from all individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, ethnicity, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Please click to view the Nower Hill High School Equality Information and Objectives 2023-24
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About Nower Hill High School
Nower Hill High School is a fantastic place to work and develop as a teacher. We’d love you to come and join us!
We offer:
- A dynamic place to work
- Comprehensive Professional Development and training opportunities
- Staff well-being service ( ESP’s Employee Assistance Programme )
- A comfortable and well-resourced working environment
- A highly skilled, professional and inspirational staff
- A diverse, ambitious and inspirational student body
- An aspirational community of local families
- Excellent facilities
- Excellent in-school career advancement opportunities
- Free fitness suite membership
- On site qualified nurse and counsellor. Free annual flu vaccinations
- Excellent student support systems
- A programme of staff social events
- A very supportive Leadership Team
- Competitive London pay scales
- Excellent holidays
- Generous pension scheme
- The option of a school place for children of staff
- A very supportive Governing Body
- A thriving extra-curricular activities and trips programme
- On site catering facilities and outlets
- Excellent public transport links into Central London
- Local shops within walking distance
- An Ofsted rating of ‘Outstanding’ in all 5 categories
Hear what some of our recently appointed staff have to say about working here:
Halima, Science Teacher
“I was welcomed at NHHS as a trainee teacher and was amazed at the level of support I received on my journey to becoming a qualified teacher.. The staff are very supportive and always willing to help and the regular CPD opportunities that the school provides have ensured my ongoing development as a teacher.The students are very hard-working, enthusiastic and keen to learn which creates a very positive learning environment and makes them a pleasure to teach.”
Dmitry, Humanities Teacher
“The environment created by the friendly, polite and courteous student population as well as the warm welcomes I received by staff upon my initial arrival made it such an easy place to feel as an important part of a community based on academic excellence.”
Aisling, Art Teacher
“Joining Nower Hill School as an NQT I was made very welcome by my department. The teachers are very enthusiastic and always work as a team, offering me support and guidance. What I noticed most about Nower Hill pupils was how proud they were of the school. I saw how much they genuinely enjoyed their lessons, they are wonderful pupils to teach.”
Sajid, Teacher of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics
“The school has an excellent induction programme for new teachers and you will find a very supportive environment with welcoming friendly staff, willing to care for your development. CPD at Nower Hill is personalised to allow teachers to develop their own teaching interests which will benefit both you and your department and faculty. Our students are joyful to teach. I have found that they are polite, well-mannered and in lessons enthusiastic, focussed and motivated towards success.”
Nower Hill is a happy, hardworking school. I do hope that you want to come and join us
I look forward to hearing from you.
LOUISE VODEN
Headteacher
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