Teacher of Learning Support

Kitebrook Preparatory School is looking to recruit a Learning Support Teacher to join their thriving LS department. Part Time position.

Job Title: Teacher of Learning Support 

Reporting to: SENCO and Head of Learning Support, Headteacher

Hours: This is a permanent position.

Salary & Remuneration: Competitive salary 

The School

Set in the idyllic Cotswolds, Kitebrook provides an outstanding all-round co-educational education where children are allowed to develop at their own pace in a happy and supportive environment that inspires self-confidence and a sense of independence.

Purpose of the Position

To work within the Learning Support Department (LS) and to deliver 1:1 and small group specialist support to pupils with SEND. To be an integral part of the LS team and to liaise with colleagues, parents and outside professionals to deliver the highest levels of support, to improve the outcomes for pupils with SEND. 

Responsibilities & Duties

• Produce and review ongoing learning plans for individual and group lessons. 
• Produce individual target and provision summaries to share with staff and parents.
• Maintain pupil records, including assessment data and pupil profiles.
• Administer and interpret standardised assessments. 
• Liaise closely with teaching staff regarding individual pupils taught.
• Liaise with the Head of Learning Support on the needs and progress of individual pupils.
• Develop and maintain good relations with parents through regular contact and communications; attend parents’ evenings.
• Attend departmental and whole school staff meetings. 
• Undertake and share continuing professional development to inform best practice.
• To share in the responsibility of the pastoral care, well-being and discipline of all pupils at Kitebrook Preparatory.

Other

• To comply with, and adhere to, agreed whole school policies, as set out in the Staff Handbook.
• To assist pupils with preparation of examinations.
• Liaise effectively with other staff.

Work Environment

The school is set in an idyllic rural location with fantastic views of the surrounding countryside. The post holder will join a vibrant team offering a diverse skill set. A Chromebook is issued upon appointment to enable all duties to be fulfilled efficiently using the Google Platform, and protected time will be allocated on the timetable to ensure the successful completion of all aspects of the role. Meals included during the day. 

Person Specification

The person specification shows the abilities and skills you will need to carry out the duties in the job description. Short listing is carried out on the basis of how well you meet the requirements of the person specification. You should mention any experience you have had which shows how you could meet these requirements when you fill in your application form. If you are selected for interview you may be asked also to undertake practical tests to cover the skills and abilities shown below: 

• Level 7 in SpLD desirable, minimum of Level 5 in SpLD essential
• QTS status desirable
• Calm, child-centred approach with the ability to recognise the individual needs of every pupil.
• Motivated, with high levels of initiative.
• Organised and rigorous approach to work. 
• A positive attitude and growth mindset is essential.
• Strong inter-personal skills; empathetic and flexible team player. 
• Show an understanding of neurodiversity. 
• Desire to learn and to continually improve practice.

Kitebrook Preparatory School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment would be subject to: references satisfactory to the Prep Schools Trust; enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check; proof of right to work/ live in the UK, and evidence of stated qualifications.