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Learning Support Teacher

Learning Support Teacher

The Harrodian School

Richmond upon Thames

  • Expired
Salary:
Competitive
Job type:
Full Time, Part Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
September 2024
Apply by:
22 April 2024

Job overview

We are looking for a qualified and inspiring Specialist Support Teacher to join our highly regarded Learning Enrichment department. The position is offered on a one-year fixed term contract, starting 2 September 2024, to cover a maternity leave. The successful SEN experienced candidate should have the ability to teach our neurodiverse Key Stage 3 pupils in one-to-one or small group lessons.

Founded in 1993, the Harrodian School is co-educational and set in 25 acres of grounds with excellent facilities. Harrodian offers teachers and students alike a friendly, welcoming and exceptional school environment where classes are small and standards and expectations are high. We place a strong emphasis on the ability to convey enthusiasm and enjoyment of the subject to students across the ability range. A sense of fun, a readiness to respond to students’ individual needs and an open approach to teaching are qualities that we value highly. A teacher’s willingness to assist with a large range of extra-curricular activities is important in this dynamic and vibrant school. Teaching staff are expected to offer support to the learning, pastoral and co-curricular needs of our pupils to ensure the all-round quality of education offered at Harrodian.

Harrodian offers a range of benefits, including:

  • Free lunches during term-time
  • Free annual flu jabs
  • Free parking (on a first come first served basis)
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Defined pension contribution scheme
  • Free access to some of the School’s sport and leisure facilities

For further information about the role and application details, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 22nd April 2024.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they arrive and interviews may be held ahead of the closing date. The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the application process.

Interview date: To be confirmed. As part of the interview process, all candidates will be required to teach an academic lesson. Preparation work in advance of the class lesson will be required and details will be provided prior to interview.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Harrodian is unable to act as a sponsor for an employment visa.

Safeguarding and employment checks: Harrodian is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to receipt of satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service, checks with any applicable Overseas Criminal Records body, medical clearance and proof of legal right to work in the UK. In accordance with current Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations, online searches may be done as part of due diligence checks. Please read our Safer Recruiting Policy and Safeguarding Children and Child Protection Policy by selecting from our list of policies HERE.

All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  The Enhanced DBS check will give details of all spent and unspent convictions and other recordable matters. A policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available from HR. References will be taken up and the School may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications.

About The Harrodian School

The Harrodian School is a mixed, non-denominational all-through independent day school situated in Barnes, South West London. The Harrodian School was founded by Lady Eliana and Sir Alford Houston-Boswell and opened in 1993. The school’s original intake of 65 students has expanded to over 900 students from the ages of 4-18. It offers state-of-the-art facilities, including a music centre, drama studios and expansive grounds.

Headmaster 

James Hooke    

Values and vision 

The Harrodian School wants all students to develop a love of learning in a happy and engaging school environment. Pupils are encouraged to become confident and independent thinkers, and are supported by specialist teachers to provide them with a challenging and stimulating education. The school implements the importance of good manners and consideration for others at all times.  

The Harrodian School wants students to feel inspired to excel in all areas of the curriculum, while developing a range of new interests and skills. Music plays a key role at The Harrodian School, who believe that “everyone; pupils and staff should have the opportunity to take part and enjoy music. It is not elitist.. it is for all”. Along with the school’s music teachers, there are 25 visiting instrumental teachers.  

Independent School Inspectorate  

“Pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is outstanding. Children in the Early Years Foundation Stage have excellent attitudes to learning and are enthusiastic about all elements of their work and play. The vast majority of pupils in the rest of the school have similarly very positive attitudes to their work; behaviour and attendance are good. Pupils are exceptionally positive about the many extra- curricular activities that are offered; participation rates are high”. 

View The Harrodian School’s latest ISI report 

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Applications closed