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SalaryHigh Close is a successful special school catering for pupils with a complex range of needs including ASD, SEMH and ADHD. We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic and suitably qualified individuals to provide support to the growing number of young people in our thriving School.
This role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to become part of a highly skilled team and to work with a range of other professionals. Subject specialisms welcome in English, Science, Art and Maths but not essential.
We are looking for people who are able to use initiative and work independently, be firm but fair and build strong relationships with children who have a complex range of special needs. A bright and resilient personality and a resourceful approach to working with difficult young people are essential. Candidates need a calm disposition, willingness to listen and the ability to be assertive when the situation demands it
In this post, we are looking for enthusiasm, high expectations of learning and behaviour and a belief in the capacity of every child to achieve.
So, are you
- Creative in the ways you engage with young people
- Calm and patient at all times
- Able to build positive relationships at all levels
- Wanting to make a difference to the lives of young people?
If so you could be the person we are looking for!
This is an exciting opportunity to join the staff team at High Close School in Wokingham, Berkshire.
If you are considerate, a great team player, enthusiastic, flexible, caring and a great communicator then what are you waiting for? Apply now!
When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document. This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described.
We may interview suitable candidates before the closing date.
Barnardo's Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
At Barnardo's we believe in children – no matter who they are, what they have done or what they have been through. Please read about our basis and values following the link below. You will be asked questions relating to them as part of the recruitment process for this role.
Barnardo's is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce for staff and volunteers. We actively encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within Barnardo's.
