Maths Learning Support Teacher

BEDALES SCHOOL; Petersfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Funded Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Free lunch provided during term time

Free on-site parking

Fee Remission for eligible staff

On-site nursery

Gymnasium & swimming pool access

Beautiful working environment

Job summary

Bedales School invites applications for a part-time Learning Support Teacher (Maths) at 0.6 FTE. You will support students with SEND, teach Mathematics and Study Skills, and contribute to an inclusive boarding community with initiative and teamwork.

The role requires an inspirational, qualified Maths SEND specialist capable of 1:1 and small-group sessions, developing learning strategies, and collaborating with staff, parents and external specialists.

Qualifications

• Inspirational Maths teacher with SEND expertise.
• Experience teaching Mathematics and Study Skills to diverse learners.
• Ability to develop and implement appropriate learning strategies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 Maths Learning Support sessions and small-group lessons.
• Observe lessons and devise classroom support strategies.
• Support 16+ and 13+ assessments and school open mornings.
• Contribute to staff training and inclusive school life.

Skills

Maths

SEND

Teaching

Assessment

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an inspiring, well-qualified and enthusiastic part-time Learning Support Teacher (Maths) (0.6 FTE) to join our team, playing a vital role in ensuring students with SEND have the full level of support to maximise their potential. Commencing 2 November 20026, this is an exciting, challenging, and varied role that will suit an experienced professional who is able to work on their own initiative, as well as being a highly proactive team player. It would suit a SEND specialist or an experienced teacher of Mathematics who is looking to teach students with SEND.

Bedales School is a unique educational establishment, set in the beautiful Hampshire countryside. Our aim is to create an environment where questioning, divergent thinking and freedom to learn from mistakes are all encouraged. Central to our success is the sense that each person is a member of our community whose voice is entitled to be heard and treated with respect. Both our staff and students expect of each other the best kind of relationships – co-operative, authentic and trustful.

Experience & Background

You will be an inspirational, encouraging and highly qualified Maths SEND teacher who understands the needs of students with a range of underlying learning difficulties. You will have experience of teaching Mathematics and Study Skills to students with a range of abilities and learning differences and will have a thorough knowledge of a range of appropriate learning strategies.

You should also be keen to play a full and inclusive role in the life of our busy boarding community and be able to contribute to the development of our innovative school. You will possess excellent communication skills and have an enthusiastic approach in your dealings with students, colleagues, and parents.

This post is in Regulated Activity.

Timetable

The Learning Support Team works Monday to Friday. You will teach 1:1 lessons, group Maths Learning Support lessons and undertake lesson observations to support with devising classroom support strategies. In addition to this, you will support and attend 16+ Assessments, 13+ Assessments and School Open Mornings (these may occur on a Saturday) as well as offering staff training. Most core curriculum commitments for students are scheduled from 09:00 hrs to 17:30 hrs on Monday to Friday. Students also have access to optional activities before and after the main school day. Typically, students do not have core curriculum lessons scheduled on Wednesday afternoons. The exact work pattern will be discussed at interview stage.

• Funded Healthcare Cash Plan
• Salary Extras Benefits Platform
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free lunch provided during term time
• Free on-site parking
• Fee Remission for eligible staff
• On-site nursery (subject to availability)
• Staff use of Gymnasium & swimming pool
• Beautiful working environment

Pre-Appointment Checks

All candidates will undergo a Safeguarding Suitability Interview and application for an Enhanced DBS and Barred List check and be asked to provide evidence they are eligible to work in the UK, on an on-going basis, at the shortlist stage of the selection process.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Prohibition from Teaching Checks, Prohibition from Management Checks.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children;
• fostering a culture of openness, safety, equality and protection;
• providing a safe and welcoming environment where both children and adults feel secure, able to talk and believe that they are being listened to;
• playing a key role in prevention of harm and an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may indicate a child is at risk of harm;
• When concerned about the welfare of a student, acting in the best interests of the student.

All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children and are expected to act in accordance with the school Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job candidates to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

To find out more about this opportunity, candidates can contact Jess Janda, Head of Learning Support by email to [e-mail]