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Working at Oak Grove College – a wonderful place to work
Oak Grove College is a community generic special school providing special education for 260 students with learning difficulties from Year 7 to Year 14. We are immensely proud of our college and our community. We are committed to providing the very best for young people while they are with us, helping them to develop the knowledge, skills, confidence and aspiration to succeed throughout their lives. We have a staff team of about 180 people and we believe in looking after everyone well. We know that our staff team make the college what it is today and are the key to a successful future.
Staff are well supported by the leadership team and are offered opportunities to progress on carefully planned career pathways. We know that each and every one of our staff have a pivotal role to play and we believe in supporting everyone to achieve their potential. Oak Grove College is a rewarding place to work and staff report high levels of job satisfaction.
We know that our staff work hard to do their very best each day for our students and we believe in looking after them well in return. We pay for an extensive health and welfare support service for all our staff which includes physiotherapy, counselling, mindfulness support, menopause support, chronic illness support, weight management and much, much more.
Oak Grove College has convenient road and rail links with good public transport available. It is a 15 minute walk from Durrington-on-Sea train station, there is a bus stop just by the entrance, a large car park for those travelling by car and good pedestrian access for those on foot.
New employees joining Oak Grove College are guaranteed a warm welcome from their colleagues and the leadership team. Our motto is that ‘Everyone matters, every day counts’ and we strongly believe that this should include our entire school community. We look forward to getting to know you better and helping you to play your part in providing the very best to our young people.
Science Teacher
Job Title: Teacher
Job Overview: Supporting the learning of young people with moderate learning needs
Contract Status: Full Time Permanent
Pay Scale: TMS/UPS dependent on applicant; plus SEN Allowance
Start Date: 1st September 2022
We are looking for a teacher who is:
- Looking to work in a college with a positive and inclusive ethos
- Able to deliver great lessons with communication development at their centre
- Lead a holistic approach to learning for young people in your class
- Prepared to take a full role in curriculum development and extracurricular activities
- Aspirational for students and yourself
- Dynamic, creative and emotionally intelligent
- Excellent at using a variety of communication systems
- An enthusiastic science practitioner.
We welcome applications from teachers with excellent special or mainstream experience in primary or secondary sector. The position would particularly suit an exceptional primary teacher able to teach all subjects. A programme of support and training will be offered to develop your understanding and skills in special educational needs within a supportive environment.
Applicants who are invited to interview will also be observed working with a class of students to demonstrate how they interact with students and structure learning. We fully intend to hold interviews face to face and will provide more information about how this can be conducted safely. However, if a remote interview is necessary candidates will need to be able to access IT and wi fi: we will support this if required and practical.
Closing date: 12 noon Monday 23rd May 2022 Selection date: Thursday 26th May 2022
We will progress applications received prior to the closing date where appropriate.
Safeguarding: Oak Grove College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. References will be taken up for all shortlisted applicants prior to interview so that any relevant issues arising can be discussed during the interview. Shortlisted applicants will also need to complete and return the Safer Recruitment Additional Information Form. The successful applicant will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you subscribe to the DBS update service please bring your certificate to the interview. By providing your certificate, you give us consent to check your certificate if offered the job.
Teaching Assistant
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Contract: 32.5 hours per week; shorter hours considered
Term time only + inset days (39 weeks + 5.4 weeks holiday pay per year)
Temporary until July 2023 and Permanent positions available
Pay Scale: Grade 3; Points 3-4; £9.79 per hour;
Hours: 8.30 – 3.30 Monday to Friday
Start Date: As soon as possible
We are currently recruiting for additional Teaching Assistants. Teaching Assistants form an important part of our staff team, working together to support pupils with their learning.
We are looking for individuals with some of the following skills, knowledge and experience:
- able to employ a wide variety of communication strategies
- experienced in providing personal care
- experienced in supporting people with mental health issues
- experienced in supporting people with social and emotional barriers to learning
- able to engage and motivate students
- flexibility to work across the whole college as required
- excellent organisational skills
- able to use initiative and work effectively in a team
Prior experience wtth students with complex learning needs is preferred but not essential as a programme of support and training will be offered.
Applicants who are invited to interview will also be observed working with students.
Closing date: 12 noon Monday 23rd May 2022
Selection date: Friday 27th May 2022
Safeguarding: Oak Grove College provides a safe and secure environment for children and young people. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available to view on our website. References will be taken up for all shortlisted applicants prior to interview so that any relevant issues arising can be taken up during the interview. Shortlisted applicants will also need to complete and return the Safer Recruitment Additional Information Form. The interview will include questions about safeguarding children. The successful applicant will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you subscribe to the DBS update service please bring your certificate to the interview. By providing your certificate, you give us consent to check your certificate if offered the job.
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