LONDON BOROUGH OF BRENT SCHOOLS
Brent, London
Apr 11, 2024
Full time
Name of Headteacher: Alex Thomas Salary: Scale 3 Point 6 (£23,893 paid pro rata) plus London Weighting Allowance (£2,175) Kingsbury High School is a vibrant learning environment with a strong community ethos. The School: As a large 12 form entry 11-18 split site school we are situated in an inner London location, but with an out of London feel - surrounded by parkland with large playing fields and great local amenities, excellent transport links to enable easy access from central London and fringe areas. Our school is truly diverse in its makeup, whilst united as one family working to achieve the best for all our students. The Post: Main Purpose of Job: To carry out work, care and/or support programmes for pupils, under the SENCO. To enable access to learning for pupils and assist the teacher in the management of SEND (E and K coded) pupils and the classroom. To deliver an effective level of support, assist in meeting the needs of students with different learning needs as well as English as an additional need. Prepare and deliver small group interventions for a group of identified pupils; this may include any targeted interventions as instructed by SENCO/Head of EAL. To contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school. Duties and Responsibilities: Attend to the personal needs of pupils and implement related personal programmes, including social, health, physical, hygiene, and first-aid and welfare matters. Supervise and provide support to pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning activities. Support pupils to understand instructions, and in respect of local and national learning strategies such as literacy, and numeracy, Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, as directed by the teacher, SENCO and/or Head of EAL. To liaise with subject teachers in order to become familiar with the SOW and lesson plans and be well prepared to support the pupils with SEND (E and K) and EAL. To liaise with Head of EAL, the SENDCO and the subject teachers to support SEND pupils (E and K) and EAL pupils. Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model, being aware of and responding appropriately to their individual needs, and encouraging pupils to interact with others and engage in activities with others. Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons, clear afterwards and assist with the display of pupils' work. Undertake pupil record-keeping as requested by the teacher and the SENDCO. Keep a record of targeted intervention classes , including EAL. Keep a daily record of in-class support on the relevant school's software, such as class charts or provision map. Contribute to SEND and EAL student passport and IEP (Individual Educational Plan) writing and reviews as requested by the SNEDCO and Head of EAL. Maintain awareness of pupil problems, progress and achievements, and report to the SENDCO as agreed and/or appropriate. Gather and report information from and/or to parents/carers as directed by the SENDCO. Prepare and maintain equipment and resources as directed by the teacher, and assist pupils in their use, including basic ICT equipment. Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting conflict and incidents in accordance with the school's policies and procedures. Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils. Assist with supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes. Accompany teaching staff and pupils on trips and school activities as required. General Responsibilities (common to all support staff job descriptions): To undertake general duties, administration and any reasonable task as directed by the Line Manager or Headteacher and to carry out such other tasks as are essential to fulfil the job's core purpose. Participate in training and development activities and programmes, and attend and participate in meetings, as required. Assist with first-aid for pupils and staff, including looking after sick pupils and liaising with parents and staff. Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures, and report all concerns to an appropriate person, in respect of child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality, and data protection. Contribute to the school's commitment to equality of access to opportunities to learn and develop for all pupils. Undertake these duties within agreed school objectives, policies and procedures and promote the Schools Equal Opportunities Policy. To present a positive impression of the school in all encounters with visitors or on school visits. To respond calmly to the challenges of school life. The Person: Knowledge and Experience: Strong subject knowledge Knowledge and understanding of the ways in which effective teaching can promote pupil progress Knowledge and understanding of the key features of inclusive teaching and learning Knowledge and understanding of the use of data to support teaching and learning Skills and Abilities: Able to plan for and meet the Kingsbury expectations for effective teaching Ability to inspire and motivate students Able to provide students with effective written feedback Ability to communicate effectively with an appropriate sense of audience Evidence of understanding the principles of equality and putting equal opportunity into practice Ability to influence and support the development of good practice, appropriate to career stage Ability to form effective relationships with colleagues, students and parents Ability to be an effective member of a team Ability to show initiative and develop new ideas Well organised with good time management and ability to work under pressure Competence with ICT and ability to use ICT skills in working practice How to apply: To apply, please visit our website via the button below. Important Information Safer recruitment: Kingsbury High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any roles which involve working with children, young people or vulnerable adults, or roles in which the duties will involve access to sensitive information relating to children, young people or vulnerable adults, the School will take up references prior to interview. You should provide details of referees including your current and previous employers, covering the last 5 years. Candidates can request for us not to send a reference request to their current employer prior to interview by emailing us at As part of our Safer Recruitment Policy, a full employment history is also required for this role. Please provide a full employment history, together with a satisfactory written explanation of any gaps in employment. Unless otherwise stated, a Basic DBS check will be undertaken as part of the pre-employment checks for successful candidates. Diversity Statement: Kingsbury High School values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this. We therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. High Volume Applications: Kingsbury High School reserves the right to close any vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should there be a high volume of applications received. DBS: This role requires an Enhanced DBS. (This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act,1974). Advert Close: All vacancies close at midnight unless otherwise stated. Full Employment History: A full employment history is required for this role. Please provide a full employment history, together with a satisfactory written explanation of any gaps in employment. Closing Date: 09.00 am Friday 26 April 2024. Interview Date: TBC. Start Date: Immediate Start or September 2024.