Exceptional People Deserve Exceptional Staff
About Shaftesbury Statement
Shaftesbury is a disability charity offering care, education, vocational and rehab services. The charity also provides residential care, nursing and supported living. Within the education sector, Shaftesbury has one school, Shaftesbury Victoria School, and two further education colleges, Shaftesbury Millie College and Shaftesbury Nash College. The school serves students aged 3‑19, and the colleges serve students aged 16‑25. All students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and may have physical and/or intellectual disabilities, including profound and complex learning needs.
About The Role
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced candidate to, under the direction of a teacher, take responsibility for delegated learning activities. This involves contributing to the planning and preparation of lessons; delivering learning activities to individuals, groups, or the whole classroom without the teacher’s presence; and monitoring pupils by assessing, recording, and reporting on their achievements, progress and development. The role ensures the organisation and management of a safe and purposeful learning environment and maintains a safe setting to support meaningful learning experiences for students with special needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Take the lead role in coordinating the organisation and management of a safe and purposeful learning environment, guiding the work of the class team to support teaching and learning.
- Assume sole supervision of groups of students, which may include delivering learning activities, leading class assemblies and covering for the whole class in the absence of the teacher.
- Work with the teacher to plan the week’s schedule by reviewing the student’s weekly planners and considering student appointments, objectives, stall numbers and parental comments.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- Diploma Level 3 in Supporting Teaching & Learning (or equivalent with relevant educational content such as NVQ3 or a relevant Degree), or willingness to achieve within one year of appointment.
- Level 1, 2 or equivalent in English, Maths and ICT, or willingness to achieve.
- Qualified first aider and lifeguard (or willingness to achieve within six months of appointment).
- Up‑to‑date Moving & Handling certificate.
What You Will Enjoy
- Make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing and education of our students.
- Belong to a passionate and knowledgeable school team in a supportive, inclusive environment.
- Work with students with a myriad of needs and abilities.
Safeguarding
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Shaftesbury Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and staff. All staff and volunteers share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and follow rigorous safer recruitment processes.
Equality and Diversity
Shaftesbury is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Shaftesbury aims to create and sustain an inclusive work environment that provides equality of opportunity for everyone and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. The post holder must uphold the Equality and Diversity policy and comply with the code of conduct which sets out our standards of behaviour towards those who use our services or work within them.
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