Teaching Assistant including some 1:1 SEN support
University College School Junior Branch
Camden
- Expiring soon
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 8 November 2024
Job overview
University College School is an academically selective boys’ independent school in the heart of Hampstead, North London. At the Junior Branch we are seeking to appoint a part time teaching assistant to join our dedicated team of teachers and support staff.
The role will involve daily 1:1 support of an SEN pupil as well as working flexibly with class teachers across all Key Stage Two classes to enhance the learning of pupils.
The successful candidate will need to develop a clear understanding of the specific needs of the SEN pupil whilst maintaining high standards of pastoral care in all their interactions with the boys. The role will also include wider duties such as supervising children at playtime and during lunch break, and helping to run extra-curricular clubs.
Prior experience of working with SEN children and/or carrying out a similar TA position is preferable and the need for excellent communication and collaborative skills is essential.
Essential qualifications
- Maths and English GCSE grade C or above.
Desirable experience
- Experience of working with children who have additional needs.
- Experience of supporting children within a primary or secondary school setting.
- The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children.
For more information on the post, please refer to the job description on our website.
Please visit https://www.ucs.org.uk/vacancies and click apply now to download our application form and send a completed copy to recruitment@ucs.org.uk and juniorbranch@ucs.org.uk
Please note that we reserve the right to appoint at any stage of the recruitment process should a suitable candidate emerge. Therefore, early applications are very welcome.
Closing Date: 12pm, Friday 8th November 2024
UCS is fully committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and all candidates will undergo screening including checks with past employers and the DBS. Applications will only be considered from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK.
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About University College School Junior Branch
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- University College School Junior Branch
- Holly Hill, Hampstead
- London
- NW3 6QN
- United Kingdom
Boys enter the Junior Branch at the age of 7 from primary or pre-prep schools. All applicants are interviewed and sit an entrance examination. The Junior Branch accommodates up to 240 boys aged 7 - 11 on the Holly Hill site which occupies a secluded area in the centre of Hampstead Village.
The aim of the Junior Branch is to provide each student with the opportunity to mature steadily so that he develops academic and personal disciplines, self-confidence, thoughtfulness, and public spirit to enable him to transfer smoothly to the Senior School when he is 11.
In the first two years, boys receive most of their teaching from their form teachers but from the age of 9 they are taught by subject specialists. Homework is set at all levels to support and reinforce learning at School. The School uses a homework diary to encourage boys to develop a responsible attitude towards homework, to which we expect parents to give their support.
The school is well-equipped with an Art and Technology block, an ICT room fully equipped with an Apple suite of computers, a Drama studio, and a medical suite. It also has a Music room and additional practice rooms, a large Science laboratory and a modern library with a wide range of age-appropriate reading materials.
Our proximity to the Senior School enables the Junior boys to use the sports hall and swimming pool on the Frognal site. In addition, the 25 acres of playing fields, all-weather pitch and pavilions at Ranulf Road in West Hampstead are only a 10 minute coach ride away.
From the age of 7, boys follow a curriculum which includes English, Mathematics, Science, French, History, Geography, Art, Music, Drama, ICT, DT, PSHE, PE, and Games. As well as Rugby, Football and Cricket, boys participate in Cross-Country, Swimming, Hockey and an annual Sports Day. In all these activities our aim is to encourage participation from as wide an ability range as possible.
All boys have one session per week in the Sports Hall or swimming pool. In Years 3 and 4, boys have one weekly session at the sports field, increasing to two afternoons in Years 5 and 6. Inter-school fixtures are organised in Rugby, Soccer, Hockey and Cricket from Year 4 upwards.
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