Learning Support Specialist
Downsend School, Tyrrell's Wood, Mole Valley
Learning Support Specialist
£18000
Downsend School, Tyrrell's Wood, Mole Valley
- Part time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 6 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: c1aea3871d884ab780c7a8c153c2ceea
Full Job Description
About the School - Downsend - Main Downsend is an innovative and forward-thinking independent school, with a new vision; to inspire a generation to embrace the future, shaping incredible people who will make change in our world. At Downsend, we prepare our young people for the future with a creative and problem-solving approach. We think big, we celebrate innovation, and we never hold back. We are delighted to announce that all four schools in the Downsend family have been judged to be 'excellent in all areas' by the Independent School Inspectorate. The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Learning Support Specialist to join our fantastic team. This role will be working 3 days a week during term time only. About Cognita Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, 'Thrive in a rapidly evolving world'. About the role As a Learning Support Specialist, you will assist in leading and managing special educational needs and learning support. This will involve supporting high quality standards of learning, teaching and achievement, effective use of resources and carrying put any additional work related to the requirement of the Learning Support Department. You will work with pupils who are on the Special Educational Needs Register or Monitor Table, being supportive of each pupil's needs and ensuring that work is provided in an accessible format for the pupil. This role will also include discipline and pastoral duties of pupils. To view the full job description, click here. Who we are looking for You will have a relevant Level 5 qualification as well as other qualifications and outstanding knowledge relating to the education of pupils with special educational needs. You will have prior experience of working with teaching staff and of planning for and teaching small groups and individual pupils with special educational need. You should be a keen and self-motivated practitioner, with good knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice (2014) and the impact it has within an independent school. Benefits at Cognita
- Competitive salary up to £18,000 pa
- Free lunch provided during Term Time
- School holidays and public holidays
- Free parking on site (subject to availability)
- School fee discount
- Exclusive third-party discounts
- Professional Development How to Apply Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday 20th October 2024 Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background. EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.
- Competitive salary up to £18,000 pa
- Free lunch provided during Term Time
- School holidays and public holidays
- Free parking on site (subject to availability)
- School fee discount
- Exclusive third-party discounts
You will have a relevant Level 5 qualification as well as other qualifications and outstanding knowledge relating to the education of pupils with special educational needs. You will have prior experience of working with teaching staff and of planning for and teaching small groups and individual pupils with special educational need. You should be a keen and self-motivated practitioner, with good knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice (2014) and the impact it has within an independent school.
Downsend is an innovative and forward-thinking independent school, with a new vision; to inspire a generation to embrace the future, shaping incredible people who will make change in our world. At Downsend, we prepare our young people for the future with a creative and problem-solving approach. We think big, we celebrate innovation, and we never hold back. We are delighted to announce that all four schools in the Downsend family have been judged to be 'excellent in all areas' by the Independent School Inspectorate., Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, 'Thrive in a rapidly evolving world'.