Curriculum Support Officer

TES FE News; London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenshaw High School is seeking a Curriculum Support Officer to play a vital role in supporting teaching staff and enhancing student experience. The successful candidate will supervise classes, manage classroom activities, and contribute to the school’s supportive environment, striving for high educational standards.

Qualifications

• Educated to at least A-level standard.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience of word processing and office applications.

Responsibilities

• Supervising classes during teachers' absences.
• Preparing and displaying curriculum materials.
• Supporting teachers in classrooms.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

ICT Skills

Education

A-level standard

GCSE grade C in English and Mathematics

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Overview

Greenshaw High School is a highly over-subscribed 11 to 18 mixed comprehensive secondary school situated in Sutton, South West London. We are proud of our strong local reputation, having over 4,000 applications for 300 places in September 2024.

In October 2024 the hard work of our students and staff was recognised by Ofsted. The inspection team described the school as offering "an exceptional standard of education", using the words "flourishing, "inclusive" and "friendly" to describe our school. In the report Quality of Education, Behaviour & Attitudes, Sixth Form and Leadership & Management were all graded as Outstanding.

We have a very diverse population of students, offering a comprehensive range of opportunities for colleagues who work here. Our students - of all groups - have done incredibly well over the last few years, with our GCSE achievement always being at least in the top 20% of the country, and over 60 Sixth Form students attending Russell Group universities each year.

We are looking for a Curriculum Support Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to join GLT / Greenshaw High School and become an integral member of the Curriculum Support department.

The Curriculum Support team are a well-established and integral part of the classroom experience at Greenshaw High School. Our Curriculum Support Officers play an active role in supporting teaching staff across the school.

As part of the Curriculum Support team, you will be assigned to a particular department/s and will be responsible for supervising classes in the absence of teaching staff, preparing and displaying curriculum materials and co-ordinating school trips within your department/s. A number of our Curriculum Support Officers also have their own teaching load as Unqualified Teachers.

Previous Curriculum Support Officers have progressed on to successful teaching careers and we have a proud history of supporting some of our Curriculum Support Officers in obtaining Qualified Teacher Status through the School Direct (salaried) training programme.

Main Responsibilities

• Supervising whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers within the department, and where additional cover is required, within the rest of the school;
• Follow the teacher’s instructions for the lesson with regard to the conduct and content of the lesson, ensuring that the primary focus is on maintaining good order and keeping students on task;
• Support students to stay on task, by providing a supportive but well-disciplined environment which complies with the school’s policies and procedures;
• Be aware of any special needs of students within the class, responding accordingly and encouraging all students to do their best;
• Provide objective and accurate feedback to the class teacher on the conduct of the lesson and the response of the class;
• Support teachers and students in classes taken by a qualified teacher, as required by the department;
• Supervising groups of students in extra-curricular activities, detention, study or homework clubs, as required;
• Provide general administrative and clerical support for the department, as required. This could include:
• Carrying out research
• Preparing and mounting displays
• Routine marking not requiring specialist knowledge
• Contacting outside agencies and parents on straightforward matters;
• Ensure a tidy and well-presented working environment within the department areas of the school;
• Undertake break, lunchtime or examination supervision, as required.
  
  

General Responsibilities

• Be responsible for keeping up to date with the requirements of the role, by attending appropriate INSET and meetings, and keeping abreast of changes in legislation;
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities and race equality, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person;
• To undertake any other duties commensurate with the post as may be required by the Headteacher.
  
  

You Will Need

Essential –

• Educated to at least A-level standard (or equivalent)
• Educated to at least GCSE grade C standard (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• Willingness to undertake ongoing training
• Practical experience of word processing, excel, e-mail and other office electronic applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate with colleagues, students, parents and other visitors in a professional manner
• High standard of literacy and numeracy
• Excellent organisational skills
• Efficient, accurate and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work flexibly to support others and respond to unplanned situations
• Ability to work independently and show initiative
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise, multi-task and work to strict timelines
• Excellent ICT skills e.g. Word, Excel
• Ability to engage and motivate students who may present in a challenging manner, and to remain professional when facing emotive and distressing difficulties
• Ability to work constructively as part of a team and build and form good relationships with colleagues
• Knowledge and understanding of the education sector, a desire to work in a comprehensive school, and a willingness to contribute to various aspects of school life
• Desire to work with young people and to support their education and achievements
• Commitment to improving the life chances of young people and motivated by a desire to provide high standards of service delivery
• Sensitivity to the range of needs and difficulties that young people experience
• Able to appropriately deal with confidential information
• Desire to enhance and develop skills and knowledge through CPD
• Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and the highest standards of child protection
• Recognition of the importance of personal responsibility for Health and Safety
• Commitment to the school’s ethos, aims and its whole community
  
  

Desirable –

• Educated to degree level
• Previous experience of working in an educational setting, ideally a secondary school
• Previous experience of working successfully as part of a team
  
  

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.