Job Introduction
We are looking to appoint a flexible, enthusiastic person to join our team. Everyone who visits Mayhill comments on the friendly ethos of the school and we can offer you full support in your role and opportunities for training and further development. The role is fixed term with the potential for the contract to be made permanent.
The role is to work afternoons only, in the class alongside the class teacher, this may include the need to provide 1:1 support for children who have EHCPs. The role includes supporting lunchtime supervision.
We are looking for someone who: -
- Is an enthusiastic and good-humoured team player
- Is effective in building positive relationships with children with additional needs
- Skilled in working 1:1 with a child, has the ability to adapt tasks to meet their changing needs
- Keen to unpick barriers and able to manage behaviours so that successful learning can be shared and celebrated
- Who can be responsible for a child’s personal care and support their needs
- Wants to learn through feedback and reflective practise
- Can use their initiative and adapt their approach to skilfully keep the child engaged and learning
- Has excellent Literacy and Numeracy skills (has GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths)
- Has good communication, interpersonal skills with both adults and children
- Understands safeguarding and confidentiality procedures
Ideally you will have experience of working in a school environment with individuals and small groups, also a First Aid qualification would be an advantage. Candidates who do not have specific learning support qualifications are still most welcome to apply.
Application Procedure
For more information about the school, please visit our website at www.mayhill.hants.sch.uk Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact Barbara Duncan for further information, to book a tour or to request an application pack on 01256 702973 or email adminoffice@mayhill.hants.sch.uk
Disclaimer: You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date, if we have received sufficient applications that meet the criteria, or a suitable candidate is found.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
