Learning Support Teacher
Taunton School
Somerset
- Expired
- Salary:
- Comparable to the national pay spine for qualified teachers
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- April 2019
- Apply by:
- 20 February 2019
Job overview
Job Title: Learning Support Teacher
Job Reference No: 18-19068
Hours per week: Part time
Salary: Comparable to the national pay spine for qualified teachers
Start Date: April 2019 or sooner
Closing Date: 8am Wednesday 20th February 2019
Interview date: Tuesday 26th February 2019
Taunton School is over 170 years old and is an Independent School educating approximately 1200 boys and girls aged 0-18 (around 400 boarders) on one impressive site. We aim to challenge, inspire and nurture young people to succeed in a global community. We have a vibrant Preparatory School (Years 3 to 8) of some 270 pupils with another 230 pupils in the Pre-Prep and Nursery.
We are seeking an outstanding individual to fill the role of Part time Learning Support Teacher for our Prep and Pre Prep School from April 2019. The Learning Support Teacher will plan and deliver an individualised programme for pupils with Literacy difficulties including SpLD using a multi-sensory approach and support and monitor students’ progress in their day-to-day learning.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a thriving and happy Prep School. The successful applicant will maintain and develop further the excellence of the Educational Progress Department for our current pupils and be enthusiastic to adopt innovative teaching and learning techniques.
The post holder will have some or all of the following:-
• Qualified teacher status
• Experience in teaching students with special educational needs, especially Dyslexia.
• A recognised and significant qualification in teaching pupils with Specific Learning Difficulties, or a willingness to gain such a qualification.
Application Process
Candidates should complete their application form electronically and email it, together with a short covering letter. A Taunton School application form must be used and there is no need to submit a CV. Alternatively, applications can be posted to the HR Department at the main School address.
Please email your completed and signed application form and covering letter to: tsrecruit@tauntonschool.co.uk
Taunton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, and a successful enhanced DBS check.
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About Taunton School
Welcome
Founded in 1847, we are an innovative, forward thinking co-educational, non-selective independent school set in a beautiful 56 acre campus in Somerset.
We employ over 600 staff in our school community, in a variety of teaching and support roles, many of whom work for us all year round.
Inspirational teaching can be seen and heard everywhere – from battle re-enactments in History, rockets launching in Design and Technology, to philosophical arguments and debates heard over lunch, and the sound of music rehearsals ringing from the Theatre. We instil a love for learning which stays with an individual throughout their life
We have high expectations of our highly skilled and committed staff and, in return, do everything we can to ensure they have a rewarding and fulfilling career at Taunton School.
We offer a friendly, caring and supportive working environment, underpinned by our belief that it’s essential to look after our people so that they can perform at their very best. Our Investors in People accreditation is proof that we recognise the value of our workforce and are committed to developing the skills of our staff.
We all share a love for Taunton School and a desire to do the best for our students.
Working at Taunton School
Taunton School is set in a beautiful site in arguably one of the most attractive counties in England.
Taunton is in the heart of Somerset in the South West of England and is the area’s county town and commercial centre. The town offers an enviable lifestyle, where culture, art and community are surrounded by natural landscapes and open, public spaces. The region enjoys good weather, areas of outstanding natural beauty and a wonderful coastline.
With a fine range of high quality 19th century Gothic style buildings complemented by 20th century additions, the beautiful buildings comprise vibrant modern classrooms and specialist Arts, Music and Drama spaces. The grounds are well cared for and provide a space for students and staff alike to utilise and enjoy.
Our International Middle School is based at ‘The Grange’ in the nearby village of Kingston St Mary and is a significant historical building with stunning architectural and horticultural features. It really is a home away from home.
Our School ethos is one of a shared responsibility and positive contribution from all to the life and work of this busy community.
It’s not just our students we take care of, so as well as the chance to work in an inspiring environment, with beautiful surroundings, we offer the following benefits to staff:
- Generous Annual Leave entitlement
- Pension Schemes Teaching Staff and Support Staff
- Death in Service benefits
- Income Protection
- Simply Health (subsidised health plans)
- BUPA Everyday Rewards
- Marsh 24/7 Employee Assistance
- Paid Compassionate leave
- Discounted membership of Taunton School’s Sports Club
- Discounts with local businesses
- Access to onsite refreshment in our state of the art dining facility
- Free onsite parking
- Specsavers Eye-care scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Techscheme
- Refer a Friend scheme
- Learning and development opportunities
- Wellbeing resources
ISI report
“The quality of pupils’ overall achievement is good, with many outstanding features. The school is very successful in preparing pupils to shape the world in the 21st century, in line with its ambitious aim. Throughout the school pupils display good, and frequently, excellent levels of understanding, knowledge and skills across all their subjects and activities. Overall, results in public examinations are good in relation to pupils’ abilities, indicating that their progress across the school is above the average for pupils of similar ability, and frequently rapid. Pupils with SEND or EAL progress well because of the support they receive.”
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