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2 Dear Candidate Introduction Thank you for expressing an interest in finding out more about Dorset Studio School. We have put this pack together to explain more about who we are and who we re looking for to join us! As a new organisation we are in the unique position of starting things from scratch: a golden opportunity for ensuring we have the right people doing the right things from the word go. We are looking for innovative leaders who can deliver high quality, inspirational and personalised learning to our students; raise aspiration and achievement within our local community and meet the needs of local employees. To achieve this, Dorset Studio School is committed to recruiting the highest calibre of staff. For this reason it is really important to us that you read through the pack first which will help you decide if this is the challenge for you. What we are Dorset Studio School is a brand new school coming to Dorchester in September 2014 for year olds. It will be located within the campus of our co-sponsor Kingston Maurward College. Our school is ambitious and aims to deliver learning in ways that promote workplace expectations and requirements. We see our students as young employees and expect them to behave in ways that show they are both work-ready and work-aware. We are passionate about removing barriers to learning through an innovative, flexible and stimulating curriculum. Our curriculum strongly reflects the interest and involvement of local employers, with our specialism of environment and land based sciences. Our teaching methods are not always conventional, adapting to the needs of our students and pushing the boundaries with the aid of technology and high quality professional development. Our expectations are high, ensuring we develop fulfilled and inspirational young people. Our aim is for students to make excellent progress, achieve good examination results, develop personally and progress to be outstanding employees in the community. What we re looking for We want to be successful or Ofsted outstanding. Therefore every student should reach their full potential; no student should be left behind. 2

3 Do you want: To be involved in the development of innovative education in a small, vibrant, personalised learning community? Make a real difference to the learning and outcomes of young people in the local area? To apply real project-based learning principles in your planning and delivery? Work in a brand new, small school which values creativity? Work in an engaging, transformational and supportive workplace? If the answer to the above is YS then we would really welcome hearing from you. In order to achieve our ambitious goals we are now in a critical stage of recruitment and seeking outstanding staff and role models. If you have a relentless belief in the achievement of every child; are committed to making a difference through an alternative provision; are inspired by the Studio School approach and provided YS! responses to the above questions, then we really look forward to hearing from you Yours sincerely Caryl Lewis Principal 3

4 Job Description Post Title: Teaching Assistant - Dorset Studio School Post Reference: DSS02 Salary: 15,882 16,998 mployed by: Dorset Studio School Trust Partner organisations: The Thomas Hardye School Kingston Maurward College Teaching Assistant Main responsibilities and duties Provide learning support to individual students or small groups under the guidance of a tutor. Provide this support both in the classroom environment and for practical non-classroom study which may involve off-campus activities. Invigilate for exams as required and if necessary read/scribe/prompt/olm. Work closely with the personal coach to develop an understanding of the needs of individual and groups. Provide feedback and monitor student progress, communicating with relevant staff as appropriate. Complete records within specific time periods. Attend regular team meetings. Attend identified training during scheduled staff development weeks. Provide support during enrolment and induction weeks. Undertake other duties as required. To set a high standard of professionalism. To monitor customer satisfaction and continually seek ways of improving the service for which the post is responsible. To regularly review, adapt, and improve systems and procedures. To support inspiring and challenging education and training for all learners and promote participation by a wider group of learners. To undergo Personal Development Reviews as part of routine personal target setting. 4

5 To undertake appropriate staff development as agreed with the line manager. NB: The aim of the job description is to indicate the general purpose and level of responsibility of the post. Please be aware that duties may vary from time to time without changing the character or general level of responsibility. Duties may be subject to periodic review by the Principal (in consultation with the post holder). Safeguarding Dorset Studio School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners, including children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts at the Dorset Studio School are considered Regulated Activity. Criminal Records Disclosure and Barring Service check The School is unable to appoint anyone who is barred from working with children or vulnerable adults to a Regulated position. The offer of an appointment will be subject to a satisfactory nhanced Disclosure under the Protection of Children Act 1999 and the Police Act This means that when applying for a post, candidates will need to detail all convictions they may have both spent and unspent. The successful candidate will be advised of the Disclosure process in the letter offering them the appointment. Dorset Studio School adheres to the Disclosure and Barring Service Code of Practice in applying for Disclosures. Should you require a copy of the Code or our Policy Statements on the Recruitment of x-offenders, or the Secure Storage Handling, Use, Retention and Disposal of Disclosures and Disclosure Information, please contact Kingston Maurward College Human Resources Manager. 5

6 Teaching Assistant - Person Specification Requirements ssential Desirable ducational Qualifications/xperience A minimum of 3 GCSs (or equivalent), including Maths and nglish Grade C or above xperience of working with young people, particularly those who may have exhibit challenging behaviours Mentoring/coaching xperience NVQ level 2 or above for teaching assistants Knowledge Knowledge of SpLD and Disabilities Skills Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills ICT Literate Strong organisation skills Ability to meet deadlines and prioritise workload Attributes Good sense of humour Ability to communicate with staff/external bodes at all levels Ability to problem solve nthusiastic with ability to motivate Commitment to achieving excellence through continuous improvement Willingness and ability to tackle poor student performance ssential Criteria xcellent attendance record Prepared to work flexibly to meet work requirements Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children D D Terms and conditions Salary 15,882 16,998 Pay date Probationary period Hours of work Contract of mployment Pension Monthly in arrears on last working day. 6 Months. To be confirmed The Contract of mployment will be based on the provisions of the Dorset Studio School Academic Staff Contract. You will be automatically enrolled onto the Teachers Pension Scheme. Contribution rates vary between schemes. 6

7 Notice to terminate by the Board of Governors Notice to terminate to the Board of Governors Offer of appointment Declaration of Interests Training and Development One month. One month Offer is subject to Dorset Studio School entering into a Funding Agreement with the Department of ducation. Offer is subject to a satisfactory medical report, proof of eligibility to work in the UK, references satisfactory to the board, receipt of relevant certificates and qualifications, successful completion of probationary period, receipt of a satisfactory, enhanced DBS check. You are required to declare any interests that may conflict with your ability to perform your role with impartiality and the interests of the Studio School. This extends to your close family and spouse/partner. We strongly believe in self-improvement and will invest in your personal, professional and career development. Applications Applicants for this position must complete a Dorset Studio School employment application form. CVs will not be accepted. Please return the completed application form by to tracey.richards@kmc.ac.uk or by post to Dorset Studio School, Dorchester, and Dorset, DT2 8PY. Key dates Closing date for applications: For further details on application forms or the recruitment process, please go to Dorset Studio School s website dorsetstudioschool.co.uk. For an informal discussion about the role, please Tracey Richards, School Business Manager tracey.richards@kmc.ac.uk. If you require a Dorset Studio School Prospectus, these are available from Lisa mblen on , Lisa.mblen@kmc.ac.uk. 7

8 Additional Information The Dorset Studio School website gives you up-to-date information about its current activities to achieve a successful opening in September More information about the Studio School ethos and model can be found on the Studio School Trust s website at The Dorset Studio School welcomes applications from people with a disability and will offer interviews to all those who are able to reasonably fulfil the criteria outlined in this Job Description. If applicants with a disability shortlisted for interview require any assistance in attending, please contact Dorset Studio School in order that alternative arrangements are made. Following receipt of completed application forms, if you have not heard from the School within 2 weeks of the closing date regrettably you will not have been short-listed on this occasion. All short listed applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks of the closing date 8