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Teaching Assistant

Copthall School

Barnet

  • £16,946 - £19,900 per year
  • Expired
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Apply by:
14 December 2020

Job overview

Teaching Assistant - Levels 2/3

33 hours per week/term time only

£16,946 - £19,900 p.a.incl. depending on experience

Copthall School is led by a decisive leader having just been awarded ‘TES Headteacher of the Year Award 2020 and prides itself on educating 21st century women for successful careers in STEM, human, social and health sciences, performing arts and creative industries.  Our thriving Sixth Form, which is in the top 12% of schools for A-Level results, offers both A-Level and Vocational pathways and we boast an excellent success rate in University applications. 

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistant to provide support to our SEND department.  The successful candidate with be assigned to support an individual student who may have learning, physical, medical needs, emotional needs, or whose first language may not be English. There will also be the opportunity to work closely with our teachers to deliver support with the variety of learning and development activities, which take place in the classroom. This would be an ideal post for an individual interested in joining the profession.

Copthall has seen rapid improvements in standards across the school. Following our Ofsted inspection in May 2018, we were awarded ‘Good’ status: “By implementing systems to raise staffs and pupils’ aspirations, leaders have established a culture of high expectations.  As a result, the school has secured marked improvements to learning and pupils’ progress”.  The full report can be accessed using the following link: www.copthallschool.org.uk/226/ofsted

At Copthall, all staff, whether in teaching or support roles, are highly valued and their contribution to our students is appreciated by the whole school community. The school provides an environment for staff to thrive and develop professionally, whilst enhancing the experience of Copthall students.

The successful candidate will be expected to: 

• be committed to our ethos of high expectations without excuses or exceptions, with the belief that every child can succeed

• have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of pupils

• have an interest in and commitment to working with, supporting the development of, and safeguarding children

and in return we offer candidates:

• support, mentoring and training appropriate to the post

• a forward looking, hardworking and enthusiastic team of staff with the desire and skills to improve outcomes

• the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the school, its students and families

• benefits from our Employee Assistance Programme/Well-being package

Candidates are encouraged to visit the School’s Virtual tour accessible via:   https://360imagephotography.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/Copthall+School/index.htm

Appointment is subject to a clear enhanced DBS check.

How to Apply: Application forms must be completed and are available from the school website: www.copthallschool.org.uk/219/join-us or by phoning the school office on 020 8959 1937.   Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Completed forms should be returned directly to Copthall School at the above address or via email to recruitment@copthall.barnet.sch.uk.

Closing date:   Monday 14th December 2020 (12 noon) – The school reserves the right to commence the interview process at any time prior to the closing date so early application is recommended.

Copthall School is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting safeguarding and the protection of children and vulnerable adults. 


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About Copthall School

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+44 20 8959 1937

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Copthall School prides itself on educating 21st century women for successful careers in STEM, human, social and health sciences, performing arts and creative industries. We have approximately 1000 students on role, 120 of which are enrolled in our thriving Sixth Form which is in the top 12% of schools for A Level results. We offer both A-Level and Vocational pathways and we boast an excellent success rate in University applications.

Situated in Mill Hill, Barnet we have fantastic outdoor space as well as access to sporting facilities at Allianz Park. Our indoor facilities are equally impressive with a specialist dance studio with sprung flooring, a dedicated STEM Scholars classroom and of course, well-equipped and spacious classrooms.

Headteacher

Maria Winters

Values and vision

Copthall prides itself on their Values of Respect, Equality for All, Support and Safety, Aspiration and Responsibility which have underpinned our rapidly improving school. Our Teaching and Learning vision has been instrumental in ensuring that all our students receive an excellent education which is enhanced by the wealth of extra-curricular opportunities available.

We have a unique partnership with Mill Hill Independent School which benefits staff and students at both schools through a range of CPD opportunities, sporting activities and occasions for a shared curricular.

Ofsted report 

Copthall received a ‘Good’ judgement from Ofsted in May 2018 whose key findings were:

· Leadership of the school is purposeful effective and transformational

· Quality of Teaching and Learning and assessment is Good

· Pupils attend regularly and are polite and welcoming to visitors

· Students benefit from strong teaching in the Sixth Form

http://www.copthallschool.org.uk/226/ofsted

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