What is the job role?
The children at Howes display positive behaviour and they have beautiful manners and an enthusiasm and zest for school life. Visitors regularly comment on the friendly and welcoming ethos and culture that we have in school.
Being part of a diverse and inclusive school, we are fortunate to have a Hearing Resource Base within school.
The children and staff live out the values of the school daily as we prepare our children for their future years as responsible and respectful members of the local and wider community with the ability to overcome challenges that they may face in an ever-changing world.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for an inspirational person who:
1. Has the children’s learning and well-being at the heart of everything that they do
2. Has excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal with people tactfully and confidentially
3. Has experience working one-to-one with children with additional needs in schools
4. Has energy and enthusiasm to support our children who deserve nothing but the best
5. Works well as part of a team but can also use their initiative to work independently and productively
6. Is patient, calm and nurturing
In return, we can offer you:
7. Supportive leadership
8. Personalised CPD
9. Commitment to staff well-being
10. Wonderful school community with a family feel
11. Opportunity to work with experienced and friendly staff
If you have the above qualities we look forward to hearing from you. We encourage you to arrange a visit to the school to see all that we offer our children and staff. To make this arrangement, please contact school on.
Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification.
Closing date: Sunday 17th May
Interview date: Thursday 21st May
Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act from applying for this post.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.