Our committed and friendly Student Support team predominantly works within class, under the direction of the teacher. We have moved to a subject system many years ago so Teaching Assistants usually work with one, two or three subjects (depending on size and need), enabling close working relationships and the opportunity to develop subject knowledge. The Specialist Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) team are led by Kathy Hughes, SENCO and Kate Blight, Assistant Headteacher – Standards and Inclusion.
Experience of working with young people in an educational setting is desirable but we would also welcome applications from graduates who may wish to train to teach in the future. If you have transferable skills and are passionate about education; committed to making a difference and have the know-how and skills to support students with complex needs in bridging their learning gaps; if you are able to balance care and support with challenge, rules and high expectations, we would like to hear from you now!
What can Durrington Multi Academy Trust offer you?
A fabulous modern and light working environment on a spacious site with on-site parking and rail and bus links close by.
Opportunities to develop in role and promotion for staff with the zest and desire to progress in their career. This is a role that could eventually lead to a pastoral role in the school or progression into teaching. Successful applicants would be well placed to apply to train to be a teacher with us, with the potential for a part-funded place in our outstanding SCITT.
The opportunity to apply to become a form tutor and/or undertake additional paid lunchtime duties.
The opportunity to work with amazing young people and colleagues who are passionate about what they do.
A happy school; relationships are very strong between staff and students.
Health, well-being and work-life balance are extremely important to us. All staff are part of a health insurance scheme, have access to a range of support from external agencies and a free flu vaccination. We are always reviewing and seeking to provide additional benefits for staff.
Applicants must complete the application form and return it, alongside a supporting statement (max. 2 A4 pages) to ladams@durring.com or via post to Laura Adams, Durrington High School, The Boulevard, Worthing, West Sussex, BN13 1JX.
If you have any questions about the role, please email Laura Adams, Executive Assistant, in the first instance – ladams@durring.com
Closing date for applications is 9am, Monday 7th October