About this role
Education and qualifications
GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in English and Math’s
Qualification relating to managing/counselling and or supporting children/young adults
Safeguarding training
Professional knowledge and experience
Experience working with children / young people
Able to build effective professional working relationships with students, parents/carers, staff and outside agencies
Willingness to learn, able to adapt and work within established team embracing restorative approaches to behaviour management
Good organisational skills, able to manage and prioritise tasks effectively
Good problem solver, able to work towards solutions
The ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Experience working in a school environment or other educational setting
Knowledge and understanding of the concepts of personalised learning and intervention
Understanding of roles and responsibilities within the classroom and whole school context
Traits and competencies
Committed to and good understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection practice and procedure
A positive role model, promoting the school’s values
Professional, enterprising, tenacious and assertive
Sensitive, fair, tactful and able to use discretion
A ‘self-starter’ with the ability to motivate self, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
A confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills and active listening skills
Someone who is
- Willing to work outside of normal hours if required
- Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances
Enthusiastic, approachable and team spirited
A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all students in all aspects of their learning, behaviour and well-being.
Team orientated
Resilient, positive, forward-looking and enthusiastic about making a difference
Capacity to inspire, motivate and challenge children and young people
Willing to be involved in and contribute to the development of the department and extra-curricular activity