EAL Specialist

EAL Specialist (Teacher – Main Scale. Unqualified teacher or G8 HLTA)

3 days per week (0.6 FTE) hours could be arranged flexibly for the right candidate.

Permanent contract Salary dependent on qualifications held.

Start Date: April 2024 (or sooner)

Our school curriculum intent celebrates academic excellence, diversity and taking-action! We are an international school and have high aspirations for all our pupils and are looking for an experienced individual who can support individuals/groups of pupils with English as their second language. Some children may be new to the country, whilst others may need school support to build up their vocabulary and skills in reading and writing – ensuring access to our exciting broad and balanced curriculum.

We are looking for someone who holds a qualification in EAL/TESOL/TEFL to join our team, someone with a genuine belief in the achievement of all pupils. This belief in inclusive education is central to our Catholic ethos, where every child is celebrated, protected and loved. Candidates must be able to build a good relationship with children and have the ability to work flexibly and effectively as part of our welcoming staff.

We have a diverse, professional teaching and support team who think outside of the box to engage and support pupils to ensure academic excellence. We have a responsive professional development programme to hone our practice and ensure that adaptations are based on evidence-based research. This is an exciting opportunity to join us and the successful candidate will make a significant contribution to the school.

The best way to understand our ethos is to come and visit us. We are a two-form entry city school with a dedicated and professional staff, a beautiful, green setting with lots of space (including a forest school). We are proud of our creative and balanced curriculum. Our website is in the process of being upgraded and gives a flavour of what we offer. Please contact Mrs Sproat in the school office on 01865 763357 to arrange an appointment or for further details.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post involves the type of work with children and young people that requires applicants to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post. All users are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed. Keeping our pupils safe is our first priority. We follow safer recruitment practices as per KCSIE and will rigorously take up and check references and carry out an internet check as per guidance.

PLEASE ENSURE YOU COMPLETE THE CES APPLICATION FORM AND SEND IT

DIRECTLY TO THE SCHOOL either via email to: [email protected] or by post (Application forms are available at the school website under vacancies https://www.st-josephs-pri.oxon.sch.uk/about-us/vacanciesor please contact the school office). Applications on the County Council form will not be considered.

Closing date: Applications considered on receipt, see below.

Interview date: To be arranged with applicants.

Applications will be considered on receipt and we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should an appointment be made to the post.