Job Introduction
Testbourne Community School, is a 11-16 comprehensive school, which provides a forward thinking, outward looking and vibrant learning environment. We pride ourselves on the strength of staff and student relationships and we have a strong sense of community at the heart of our ethos. Our shared philosophy is embodied by our strapline ‘Achievement, Excellence, Integrity.’
Testbourne is a high performing school, with students achieving excellent results. In August 2024, 76% achieved a ‘standard’ pass of grade 4 and above in English and Maths combined. An excellent total of 52 grade 9s were achieved by our year 11s across their subjects. Progress was also good for all students including those with SEND.
This post provides an exciting career opportunity for an ambitious and inspirational candidate who would like to further develop their career. Previous experience of working in a library and/or a school environment is desirable, but not essential.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, and the ability to inspire our students and staff. We are dedicated to offering the right candidate professional development to enable them to achieve excellence. We provide a highly supportive environment with opportunities to develop
“I really enjoy working at Testbourne. Not only are the students enthusiastic in their learning and respectful of teachers, Senior Leadership are supportive, caring and value their staff. I have been given numerous opportunities to develop and progress in my career, and since starting a young family I have been supported in working part-time whilst maintaining responsibilities.”
To get a sense of what it is like to be part of our team, please see the Working with Us - Testbourne Community School section on our website for genuine quotes from our staff.
The successful candidate will:
- a passionate advocate for reading;
- be smartly presented and have a professional attitude to employment;
- be punctual and reliable; flexible and hard-working;
- enjoy working with young people;
- have a firm but sympathetic manner, with a good sense of humour;
- have a good standard of education and sound literacy and numeracy skills;
- be willing to undertake training and develop their skills.
The role will include:
- running the school library on a daily basis;
- providing introductory library sessions for students, and supervising students whilst using the library;
- liaising with teaching and SEND staff in the selection of resources;
- promoting the use of the library through displays, booklists and activities;
- ensuring staff and students can find items easily;
- liaising with the SEND team and supporting our reading intervention programme.
In return we:
- offer the opportunity to be part of a supportive, experienced, organised and friendly team;
- provide professional development and expertise to enable staff to achieve excellence
- provide a highly professional and collaborative working environment focused on developing a love of learning and reading;
- offer first rate personal career development to assist you in the fulfilment of your ambitions.
Closing Date for Applications: Noon on Wednesday, 16th October 2024
We reserve the right to interview and appoint candidates before the closing date or scheduled interviews where applicable.
Application forms and further details are available from the school website www.testbourne.school or alternatively contact recruitment@testbourne.school. We do not accept CVs.
We and Hampshire County Council 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.Application Form
https://documents.hants.gov.uk/education/recruitment-supportstaffapplicationform.docx