Learning Support Tutor with SpLD

The School     

Set in 26 acres of beautiful parkland in Cobham, Notre Dame School nestles in a picturesque 18th century mansion beside the River Mole. Notre Dame is a Catholic School and is a Foundation of the Company of Mary Our Lady with an ethos shaped by the life and work of St Jeanne de Lestonnac.  Despite the tranquil setting Notre Dame School is a hive of activity, with over 600 children and teachers working hard in the important business of education. The school has an enviable reputation for the highest academic standards and a progressive, holistic, academic education that is underpinned by over 400 years of international educational tradition in 30 countries. Established in England in 1937, the school has always had the philosophy that the greatest success comes from knowing how to learn and how to ask the right questions; training pupils to take an active role in reaching and exceeding early expectations. From the vibrant Nursery to the exciting Sixth Form, tomorrow's professionals acquire the skills, knowledge and qualifications that give them the best possible start in life.  

The Role 

Function of the Post 

• To provide individual 1:1 teaching and support for students with SpLD/SEND. 
• To monitor the progress of students taught.  

Main Accountabilities 

• To support pupils on a one-to-one basis as appropriate, developing strategies and activities to suit individual needs in English and/or Maths up to Key Stage 4. 
• To provide information and support for subject staff to assist them to develop and implement appropriate teaching strategies for pupils with LDD. 
• To draw up learning support programmes for those pupils who have a specific learning difficulty and who are receiving individual support. 
• To maintain records, monitor and evaluate the progress of individual students. 
• To report back to parents of tutored pupils concerning assessments, strategies for success, and future needs. 
• To provide Study Skills Support 

Knowledge/Skills/Ability 

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  Ability to use ICT for teaching, admin and personal development. 
• Knowledge of a range of teaching strategies to support pupils with learning needs 
• Knowledge of relevant areas of learning needs SpLD – (Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia (DCD), memory, VE, and other minority syndromes) 
• Good level of oral and written communication skills internally and externally 
• Able to maintain confidentiality and discretion  
• Commitment to the provision of a quality service 
• Self-motivated and ability to use own initiative 
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable 

Terms of Employment: 

• Hours of Working:     2 – 4 hours per week with the potential to increase with demand.  
• Salary: Self-employed – The School will require evidence of your Public Liability Insurance certificate. 
• Closing date: Applications considered when received
• Start date:  As soon as possible