Duke of Edinburgh Award & Combined Cadet Force Assistant
Downside School
Stratton-On-The-Fosse
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- 9.50 per hour
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 31 January 2018
Job overview
Downside is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 11 to 18, and one of England’s oldest and most distinguished Catholic schools. We are situated at the foot of the Mendip Hills, twelve miles south of the city of Bath.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Duke of Edinburgh Award & CCF Assistant to join our team of dedicated staff. As part of a rich and varied extra-curricular and co-curricular programme all Third Form pupils are expected to join the CCF for at least part of their first year and to participate in adventure training, leadership and team-building activities. Many pupils remain in the CCF and are regularly awarded Army Scholarships. Downside School is proud of its strong military ties.
This is a key role supporting the CCF Contingent Commander and School Staff Instructor in the smooth running of the Combined Cadet Force, the provision of the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme (currently 125 Pupils) and the Ten Tors Programme. Varied, challenging and rewarding duties including;
• Making presentations to Pupils to promote the DofE Award.
• Mentor, support and give advice to Pupils regarding sectional activities and timescales of the Award.
• Organise and gain approval for Bronze, Silver and Gold Expeditions.
• Be available to lead / support groups whilst on practice or assessed expeditions in line with experience and qualifications.
• Day to day running of the DofE and adventure training equipment store.
• Support the School Ten Tors Programme – Training and Expeditions.
• Assist in the day to day running of the CCF clothing and equipment store.
• Assist in the preparation of all major CCF Camps and Field Days.
We are looking for someone with a DofE Award Qualification and who is a Mountain or Walking Group Leader, with experience of planning and leading DofE expeditions, and supervising young people on expeditions. It would be highly desirable to find someone who is currently a DofE Expedition Supervisor or who is willing to undertake and gain the qualification within 6 months. Personally, you will be mature, responsible, friendly and presentable, with an ability to remain calm under pressure.
Contractual Details
Rate of Pay/Salary: £9.50 per hour + pro rata holiday pay. Additional payments are made, in line with your experience, qualifications and level of responsibility specifically for expeditions.
Hours: 25 hours per week (flexible for the right person if you are looking for less hours). Predominantly Term Time (34 weeks + 5 days for Inset / Training) plus expeditions which can often be during School holidays and over a weekend. For example; 5 days at Easter, 7 days in the Summer, 4 days in October half term and up to a maximum of 4 weekends during the academic year.
Contract: Permanent
How to Apply
To apply, please complete an application form which can be downloaded and submitted through an applicant tracking system on our ‘Working With Us' page: http://www.downside.co.uk/working-with-us/ .
Please contact us if you require further information after reading the job description.
Please contact hr@downside.co.uk or 01761 235106 if you require further information.
Closing date for applications:
Wednesday 31st January, 10am Interviews will be held on Wednesday 7th February 2018
Downside School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS. We are an equal opportunities employer. By car, we are within 40 minutes of Bristol, 30 minutes of Bath and 15 minutes of Wells. Registered Charity Number: 1158507
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About Downside School
A clear and positive attitude to learning permeates the whole school, enabled by excellent relationships between staff and pupils’ and that our pupils are ‘enthusiastic and highly motivated learners, able to work independently’. Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI)
At Downside, we are committed to working in partnership with families and to providing an environment which nurtures young people of integrity who can think for themselves, stand up for their beliefs, and act to make a positive difference in the world.
Founded in 1606 and based just 25 minutes from the famous World Heritage City of Bath, we are a forward-thinking independent school and one of England's oldest and most distinguished Catholic schools. Our vision is to be a bright light in the world of education, illuminating the lives of young people and inspiring service in the world through experience of Benedictine culture. It enables pupils and staff to develop their own identity through experience of a community with Christ as its centre.
The School is set in 500 acres of beautiful English countryside with extensive facilities including an indoor swimming pool, a Mac Suite dedicated to music, a 24/7 Health Centre, and a Performing Arts Centre housing a 400-seat Theatre, a Recording Studio, a print screen room and a Mac suite for art.
We are uncompromising in the pursuit of academic excellence. We aim for the highest standards in our extensive and exciting co-curricular programme with over 100 activities, and we provide plentiful and varied opportunities for service and leadership.
The School endeavours, in addition, to provide our pupils with what may be referred to as a sense of ‘the poetry of life’, a sense of its beauty, form, mystery and joy. Everyone who comes here remarks on the happy atmosphere. It is truly a remarkable, inspiring place.
Please visit our website to find out more about our School: www.downside.co.uk/working-with-us
TEACHING AT DOWNSIDE
We are committed to high academic standards and constant development of the quality of teaching and learning. We have a Quality Assurance cycle, which allows us to monitor the quality of teaching and learning through lesson observations, learning walks and pupil feedback. Our tracking and monitoring systems are rigorous so that all pupils are supported in their learning, and colleagues are supported in their teaching.
Working at Downside is a truly rewarding experience. In keeping with our Benedictine ethos, Downside is a welcoming, caring community where each person is valued. Pupils are highly motivated, keen to learn and respectful of staff and their peers.
Our Induction Programme is comprehensive and fully supportive of all new staff, including the provision of training, where necessary. We are keen to support ambitious teachers, and CPD opportunities for individuals are identified in Faculty Development Plans and prioritised. Downside School is a member of the Canford Group, which includes most of the main independent schools in the South West. We are also closely linked with the other Benedictine Schools in England and Ireland. We expect all teachers to engage fully in co-curricular activities and the boarding life of the school.
At Downside, staff enjoy teaching polite and well-educated pupils, unique surroundings, and benefit from a generous salary scale, complimentary lunch and extended School holidays. Although it is difficult to quantify the hours which any individual Teacher may devote to their work in order to carry out their professional duties in a boarding school, the following guidance may be helpful:
The School timetable is taught Monday-Friday, and two periods on a Saturday morning, plus a 35 minute period of SMSC, followed by matches and activities in the afternoon. Games and activities, tutor periods, and hymn practice are incorporated into the weekly timetable. Department meetings can occur at the discretion of the Head of Faculty.
Academic timetable allocation:
Full time Teacher 15 double periods
Head of Faculty 13 double periods
Pastoral responsibilities: to provide support and guidance for a tutor group (typically 12 pupils), including one period (35 minutes) of PSHEE (Physical, Social, Health and Economic Education) and three tutor sessions, PSHEE has a specific programme and is treated the same as an academic lesson. All tutors attend Hymn Practice on Friday at 16.00 and School Mass on special occasions during the working week. Tutor periods are normally 12.35pm – 12.40pm Monday to Saturday and two afternoons a week, on Monday from 5.00pm to 5.35pm and Friday from 3.30-3.55.
6th Form Tutors deliver their PSHEE on Wednesday P5 rather than Monday 5pm. There is an additional tutor period on a Saturday from 11.25am -12.00pm. Tutors are also required to undertake one evening duty a week in House from 7.00pm – 9.00pm. There may be a requirement for flexibility around tutor timings to meet the needs of the school and timings are reviewed annually in line with timetabling. Tutors also have house duties such as managing the refectory on one day a week, as agreed with the HsM.
Co-curricular responsibilities: As a full time Teacher, there is a requirement to be involved in two co-curricular activities a week during term time e.g. CCF, service activities, games, music and academic societies. Additionally, you will participate in supporting the Saturday afternoon games programme. This may include activities and/or sport, and Teachers may be asked to support a specialist coach in games lessons and be responsible for the team when they play matches.
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