Higher Level Learning Support Assistant (Social, Emotional and Mental Health)
The Norwood School
Lambeth
- £29,544 - £30,618 pro rata
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Inner London Pay Scale
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2022
- Apply by:
- 20 July 2022
Job overview
A vacancy has arisen for the role of Higher Level Teaching Assistant (with specific responsibility for Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs). This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and effective classroom teaching assistant to develop their career to the next stage, or a candidate with other relevant experience in the field of Social, Emotional and Mental Health to adapt their skills to a new role that will have a lasting impact of the educational outcomes of our students.
The successful candidate will:
• Have a proven track record of providing effective support to young people with social, emotional and mental health needs;
• Be a creative and innovative teaching assistant who is committed to meeting the needs of pupils and work independently;
• Have the ability to understand the needs of their pupils and deliver exceptional support to ensure all pupils meet their full potential whilst at The Norwood School.
• Have the knowledge, skills and understanding to oversee support and intervention for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
• Be able to teach lessons in a teachers’ absence, where necessary.
Interested candidates should complete an application form, available from Sally Parsons, the Head’s PA and write a supporting statement of no longer than 2 typewritten sides of A4 outlining:
• Why you want the post;
• Why you are a suitable candidate;
• How you would develop this role;
The Norwood School is a fantastic place to work and learn. We are committed to developing teachers who are passionate about their subject and determined to convey this enthusiasm to their students. Opportunities for internal promotion are maximised and encouraged. We want all of our employees to feel included, bringing their passion, creativity and individuality to work. We value all cultures, backgrounds and experiences and we truly believe that diversity drives innovation. Join our family and help us inspire every child to choose a remarkable life.
This Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Norwood School is committed to working towards achieving the Anti Racist School Award. We want to continue to improve race equality within our school while promoting well being for Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority staff, students, parents, carers and those in our community. We are committed to the long term work that is required for institutional change.
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About The Norwood School
Located in West Norwood, South London, The Norwood School is a Local Authority, mixed secondary school with a Performing and Visual Arts specialism. There are 1100 students on roll including a sixth form of 200 students.
The school is proud of it's diverse intake with a wide variety of ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds represented among its student population. We are a school of choice on the local area and beyond.
Co-Headteachers
Ms Niki Clemenger and Mr Richard Cole
Values and vision
The motto of The Norwood School is “Creating Success Together”, and the school has a real community feel, actively promoting the diversity of our staff and student body. We regularly celebrate individual and collective achievement, recognising the importance of a tolerant and inclusive environment in which to learn and work.
Our curriculum is designed by our school for our students and allows them to understand their place in the world around them. We expect our staff to challenge, excite and inspire students through their teaching.
Ofsted reports
“Students’ achievement is best when teachers make good use of assessment to set a demanding pace. In a Year 9 mathematics lesson, rapid learning activities with regular assessment meant students quickly developed the confidence to apply the skills of expanding brackets to a variety of problems. Students benefited from immediate identification of their misconceptions and moved on without delay.”
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