After-School Teacher £7,296 per annum (£30.00 per hour including 12.7% holiday pay) Stable Way W10 6QX
The Role
Do you have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and the knowledge to effectively teach across the Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2? Are you committed to making a tangible difference in the educational journey of children from the local Traveller community?
The Westway Trust is seeking a dedicated After-School Teacher to join our team in North Kensington. This is an exciting opportunity to help boost children's attainment and achievement with 6 hours per week, term-time only (39 weeks per year). This includes 4 class contact hours and 2 hours for preparation, outreach, and school contact.
Please note, applicants should apply directly via the Westway Trust website, where applications will be shortlisted after the closing date.
Key Responsibilities:
The primary goal is to improve the attainment and achievement of children from the Traveller community, focusing particularly on reading, writing, and spelling.
* Deliver high-quality out of hours teaching at the mini-club for children up to age 8 (EYFS, KS1, and KS2).
* Help children access learning activities using various support strategies, including ICT.
* Work closely with the Traveller Teacher/mentor at Oxford Gardens to exchange information on attainment levels, planning, and individual support needs.
* Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports on childrens progress and achievements.
* Maintain a record of all individual teaching sessions for monitoring purposes.
* Work in partnership with the Travellers families, encouraging them to get involved in their childrens learning.
* Adhere to all Westway Trust policies and procedures relating to safeguarding children and young people.
* Assist in setting up and clearing the classroom after lessons.
Company:
Westway Trust is a dynamic and forward-thinking charity located in the heart of Portobello, West London. Established as a beacon of community-driven change, the Westway Trust is rooted in the heart of North Kensington. As a Westway Trust employee, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fulfilling environment while making a meaningful difference.
The person:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual who will be dedicated to enhancing the lives of children. The successful candidate will show our values: Courage, Equity, Integrity, Openness, and Sustainability.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is required.
* Experience of teaching in one or more of EYFS, KS1, and KS2 is desirable but not essential.
* Experience of working with children and families from the Traveller community is desirable but not essential.
* Direct experience of teaching children with additional needs.
Key Skills:
* A good grasp of safeguarding procedures.
* Effective use of ICT to support learning.
* Strong knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice and legislation relating to Traveller communities.
* Ability to assess the learning needs of children and seek out additional learning opportunities.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
* Ability to keep accurate records.
* Commitment to equality of opportunities, diversity, and inclusion.
Whats next
If you possess the skills and commitment we are seeking, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.
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