Vacancies
We are currently recruiting for the following roles:
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
This role will be mainly with the Secondary age groups, but we are looking for someone who can be flexible across the school and work with Primary as needed.
We are dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every young person can thrive. We believe in embracing principles that prioritise the well-being and development of our students and staff and, as an attachment and trauma-informed school, we are committed to social justice and fostering a safe space for growth.
Compensation for this position aligns with our pay-rates, complemented by an array of invaluable perks. These include our supportive team ethos, active participation in shaping organisational policies through our sociocratic framework, and the flexibility of enjoying five paid holidays during term time. Additional benefits are complimentary lunches and access to an employees assistance scheme for health and wellbeing.
Deadlines:
Application deadline: Sunday 18th January at 5pm
Online interviews: W/C Monday 19th January
Trial days: W/C Monday 26th January
Start dates: As soon as possible once all safer recruitment checks have been done.
To apply:
Download the job description here
Download our application pack, complete it and send it to dhama@thenewschool.org.uk
If you have any queries about the role or the application process, you can also contact Dhama on the email address above.
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Safeguarding statement
The welfare and safety of our students will always be our priority. We do everything possible to secure our young people’s safety.
The New School has specialist staff who lead on safeguarding our young people, including liaising with social services. All our colleagues are responsible for safeguarding children and young people.
Guiding principles
Ensure we practice safer recruitment in checking the suitability of staff and volunteers to work with children.
Raise awareness of child protection issues and equip children with the skills needed to keep them safe.
Have procedures in place for identifying and reporting cases, or suspected cases, of abuse, working alongside outside agencies to protect our students.
Support students who have been abused in accordance with his/her agreed child protection plan.
Establish a safe environment in which children can learn and develop.
Be vigilant for signs of abuse.
If you have any concerns regarding safeguarding, please contact safeguarding@thenewschool.org.uk
For more information, please see our safeguarding policy here
Working at our school
Our school provides a welcoming and friendly environment. We value our staff and offer support on continuous professional development, together with a flexible approach. We also offer onsite car parking, free onsite lunches, a cycle to work scheme and flexibility with 5 days holiday during term time.
We are an attachment and trauma-informed school and are committed to implementing the principles of social justice. You will be responsible for drawing healthy boundaries without using rewards or punishment, and hold space for our young people to build skills.