Date 12/05/2017 JOB DESCRIPTION
Head of Preparatory School Reporting to:
Preparatory School Department/School:
Classroom Assistant KS2 Scope:
DBS, overseas checks and employer reference Checks:
The job holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young person’s for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the relevant Cognita Safeguarding; Child Protection Policy and Procedures at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the role, the job holder identifies any instance that a child is suffering or likely to suffer significant harm either at school or at home, s/he must report any concerns to the School’s Child Protection Officer/Designated Safeguarding Lead or to the Head or indeed to the Regional CEO so that a referral can be made accordingly to the relevant third party services. Working With Us
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Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
Report to the Head of Preparatory School. Support the work of the classroom teachers and communicate with them professionally in regard to children’s progress. Support the Preparatory School class teachers in the implementation of school policies, procedures and the development of the School’s distinctive ethos. Liaise with the Preparatory School class teachers on matters of Health and Safety, equipment and resources. Promoting safeguarding of children in your care and relaying any areas of concern to the DSL (Designated Safeguarding Lead).
Academic Curriculum
Within the school’s academic policy to:
Work with pupils; either one-to-one support or in small groups. This includes a range of subjects and activities, such as literacy, numeracy and science support, hearing readers, assisting pupils so they can use practical resources. Support pupils with learning needs or disabilities Help prepare the classroom for lessons, including putting up displays Monitor, evaluate and report on the progress of individual children to class teachers To remember that every child is unique and will learn at different rates, times and in different ways.
Pastoral Care
Within the school’s pastoral policy to:
Maintain good pupil behaviour and promote self-discipline among pupils, with a view to their well- being and safety. Deal appropriately with sickness and injury. Follow the school’s code of conduct which promotes mutual respect to all; pupils, parents and staff. Adhere to the Health & Safety policy document in the Staff Handbook.
Administration & Organisation
Within the school’s administrative policy to carry out the following:
Planning with classroom teachers as necessary Attending team meetings and other school functions Carrying out supervisory duties as required. Help prepare the classroom for lessons, including putting up displays and maintaining a tidy and stimulating school environment.
Communication
Within the school’s communication policy to:
Maintain good communication as necessary with colleagues, interested parties, pupils and parents. Communicate constructively and effectively with parents both orally and with written messages in the pupils’ diary. Professional Development
Within the school’s development policy to:
Review own performance and identify self-development needs in discussion with your line manager and colleagues as appropriate. Attend in-service training courses. There are 6 in-service days. Participate in Cognita Schools Performance Management Reviews (PMRs) as required.
Principal Working Relationships
Years 3 to 6 class teachers Preparatory School team Years 1 to 6 Head of Preparatory School
Person Specification
Education and Skills:
Essential education:
Good reading, writing and numeracy skills with recognised qualifications
Desirable education:
The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 2 or above and GCSE Grade C in English and Mathematics.
Essential skills:
Working one-to-one or with small groups of pupils Supporting pupils with learning difficulties or disabilities Preparing the classroom for lessons eg setting up equipment Tidying up and keeping the classroom in good order Creating displays of pupils’ work Helping on school outings or at school events Carrying out supervisory duties as required Establish and develop appropriate relationships with children and their parents/carers. Promote a positive working environment; Be able to use your own initiative
Desirable skills:
Evidence of experience of working with children Experience:
Essential experience:
Evidence of working with primary aged (5-11 years) children
Desirable experience:
Experience of working in a primary/ preparatory school or nursery environment
Knowledge & Understanding
Desirable:
Understand the statutory requirements of legislation concerning Safeguarding, including Child Protection, Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety and inclusion Remuneration
Competitive salary Contributory pension scheme School fee discount Professional development 28 days holiday (pro-rata’d to part time/term time)
Mandatory Requirements
Have a current (dated within the last 3 months) or be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check Be willing to undergo a pre-employment health check Be willing to undertake training as required To abide by Long Close School code of conduct.
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