Learning Support Teacher (Self-Employed)
Our mission is to develop happy, confident and successful children who are well prepared for their future.
Westbrook Hay
Founded in 1892, Westbrook Hay is a thriving co-educational independent Prep school with 370 pupils from 3-13 years who enjoy a broad curriculum, achieve excellent results and have the all-important confidence to succeed. There is a strong ethos to be a welcoming, all-inclusive family community that provides the best for, and expects the best from everyone. The school has recently been rated ‘Excellent’ in all areas by ISI and has grown to near capacity, waiting lists are in operation in several year groups.
Learning Support Teacher
Part-time
This is a freelance role, the postholder will be self-employed
Required for end of October half-term or sooner
What are we looking for?
We are looking for a self-employed visiting Learning Support teacher to take on 1:1 sessions with children from Year 1 - Year 8 in both English and Maths. The role is flexible, with the successful candidate able to set their own working pattern, supporting children who need further consolidation in core subjects. The ability to work for a short time every day would be advantageous.
Those applying should prove that they have excellent classroom practice, strong communication skills and possess the ability to work as part of a team. Strong knowledge of KS1 and KS2 curriculum is essential, while knowledge of the KS3 curriculum would be desirable but not essential.
Main duties and responsibilities:
• To teach 1:1 English and Maths sessions for children from Year 1 - Year 8
• To ensure parents are invoiced in a timely manner, collecting fees, and organising a teaching schedule.
• To communicate efficiently, accurately, and courteously with parents, pupils and colleagues about
percussion.
• To liaise with the Assistant Head Academic and Head of Learning Support regarding pupil progress and organisation.
What can we offer you?
· The most fantastic team of staff to work with and be a part of
· A school that is rated ‘Excellent’ by ISI with waiting lists in operation in many year groups
· A beautiful rural local boasting 26 acres of parkland overlooking the Bourne Valley, located just off A41, between Berkhamsted and Hemel Hempstead in Hertfordshire
· Small class sizes
· Charming mix of purpose built facilities, including Performing Arts Centre and historic surroundings and Outdoor Learning Facilities
· A commitment to providing teachers with excellent resources and a supportive, friendly environment
· Free school lunches
Safeguarding
The safety and well-being of the children in School is paramount at all times. Staff are responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact. Staff will adhere to and ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy at all times. If in the course of carrying out their duties, a member of staff becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the School, it is their responsibility to report any concerns to the school’s Designated Senior Lead for Child Protection or the Headmaster.
Online Searches
As part of the shortlisting process, the School will carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of its due diligence. This may help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, that the School may want to explore with an applicant at interview. This forms part of the School’s wider safeguarding due diligence which aims to prevent and/or deter individuals who may be unsuitable to work with children from working in a school environment.
Equality and Diversity
Westbrook Hay is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and pupils. This means that employees are treated fairly, irrespective of sexual orientation, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, gender, marital status or other reason. Staff are expected to always comply with the provisions set out in law and school policies on equality and diversity.
Application Process
The deadline for the receipt of applications is 12:00 on Monday 02 October 2023 with interviews commencing on the week beginning 09 October. To apply for this position, please complete an application via the TES website. Further information or any enquiries can be requested from our Bursar and Clerk to Governors, Kelly Freeman (Kelly_freeman@westbrookhay.co.uk). Unfortunately, we are unable to offer pre-application tours of the school.
Early applications are encouraged and the school reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.
Application Form
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form