Head of Learning Support (Part-time) – Immediate start

at  Moyles Court School

Moyles Court wishes to appoint a part time Head of Learning Support from February 2025 to join our flourishing and expanding school. We are seeking a highly qualified practitioner to lead this important department, with the primary aim of ensuring that the needs of our pupils continue to be supported.
The successful candidate will have experience of teaching literacy, numeracy and study skills to pupils with a range of learning differences and will have a thorough knowledge of a range of appropriate learning strategies.
Moyles Court is a coeducational day and boarding school from 3 to 16 years. It is a thriving, friendly and happy school with a strong belief in traditional family values. Class sizes are small, and the school prides itself on the individual attention it is able to give to all of its pupils. As part of a dynamic and popular team, you will be expected to enthuse, engage and inspire our pupils within our beautiful New Forest setting.
We very much look forward to receiving applications and welcoming prospective candidates to our wonderful school. Should applicants wish to visit us or speak to the Headmaster or the Deputy Headmaster in advance, please contact us via email at HR@moylescourt.co.uk
About Learning Support at Moyles Court Learning Support, or Enhanced Learning as it is referred to at Moyles Court, is a well-established and integral part of the school. It is offered to those children who may need additional support to reach their full academic potential. Early identification of pupils’ strengths and weaknesses underpin effective individualised support and comprehensive screening procedures take place for new entrants to the school, followed by further individual assessment outside of school where necessary.
Additional lessons are provided in small groups to help pupils develop greater self-awareness, self-confidence and an ability to further develop their academic capabilities. This role will be three days a week and can be supplemented with additional Learning Support teaching hours if required.
Head of Learning Support (SENCo) Person Specification Criteria Qualifications
The following list outlines the further qualities, skills and experiences that the selection panel will be keen to explore with candidates.
It is understood by the panel and, we hope, by prospective candidates, that no single person will fulfil every criterion.
We encourage candidates who do not “tick every box”, therefore, to apply nonetheless and to be open during the selection process about those areas in which they would wish to develop their skills and experience further.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Good honours degree
• SENCO Qualification (or near completion) Experience
• Experience and ability to teach and differentiate across a wide spectrum of needs and abilities
• Experience of teaching literacy, numeracy and study skills to pupils with a range of learning differences and will have a thorough knowledge of a range of appropriate learning strategies. Knowledge, skills and abilities
• Knowledge of current SEND strategies and the ability to confidently share thoughts and ideas
• Proven ability to use a wide range of teaching strategies and materials in order to meet the needs of individual students; setting high expectations amongst all students; understanding a wide range of specific difficulties and how they can be supported in individual lessons and in the classroom
• Able to engage pupils in learning through active teaching strategies
• Good level of ICT competence
• Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Able to demonstrate effective planning and teaching skills Personal Characteristics
• An enthusiastic and approachable nature
• Professional, friendly, diplomatic and patient approach
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• A positive motivation to work with children and young people
• Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people
• Ability to gain confidence and support of parents
• Excellent time management and organisational abilities, and able to meet deadlines
• Experience of working as an effective team member, inspiring colleagues and pupils to high expectations and standards
• A good sense of humour and an optimistic, adaptable style This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post.

It may be subject to modification or amendment at any time after consultation with the holder of the post.
How to apply Application forms should be completed and addressed to the Headmaster, Mr. Craig Wardle, and should be sent to Mrs. Laura Lask, Moyles Court School, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 3NF or via email to HR@moylescourt.co.uk.
Early applications are encouraged and will be considered on receipt and to be received no later than Friday 14th February 2025 (9am deadline).
Moyles Court School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
In accordance with our Child Protection Policy we are unable to process applications without a fully completed application form.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as ‘spent’ must be declared when applying.
The applicant may post such a declaration in an envelope marked ‘Private & confidential for the Headmaster’ which will only be opened should the candidate be shortlisted.
The successful applicant must obtain List 99 clearance and DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance at enhanced level. Equal Opportunities The School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff.
Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details