Job Opportunities
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Cover Supervisor - Required for September 2024
NJC G4: points: 5-8
Actual Salary: £16,016 - £16,835 (£12.18\hr)
30 Hours per week
Monday - Friday: 8.30 am – 3.00 pm
Term time plus 1 INSET Day
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Cover Supervisor to teach a variety of classes during periods of absence of the designated teacher. You will be responsible for creating and maintaining a positive environment for effective learning to appropriately deliver the work set by the teacher to a high standard.
During non-cover periods, the successful candidate will be expected to undertake duties including supporting the pastoral and inclusion team and lunchtime supervision.
Our school is underpinned by its Christian values of Caring, Learning and Succeeding. These palpably define the culture of the school. We test all we do through the lens of what is right for each child.
You will hear us use the phrase ‘ruthlessly compassionate’ which means each and every day we have the resolve, commitment and highest of expectations to do the right thing for every child, because every child has the right to an exceptional education.
We have a high-quality curriculum and a values-driven leadership team. In applying for this role, you could be part of our exciting journey towards excellence.
Apply via TES: https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/cover-supervisor-required-for-september-2024-wigan-2053617
*Term time working means you will only work when the school is open and you will work 1 day at the start of each new Academic Year, which is a training day (called INSET). Please contact us for an informal discussion and more information.
We are committed to delivering the highest standards and our staff are proud to belong to the school; we believe that Lowton Church of England High School is a great place to be.
- Closing date: Midnight 3rd June 2024
- 1st Interview by Zoom: w\c 10th June 2024
- Formal Interview: w\c 17th June 2024
Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Lowton Church of England High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Suitability checks will be undertaken in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, Prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
For further information or the opportunity to talk to a member of the team to discuss this post, please contact: Ruth Harrison at harrisonr@lowtonhs.wigan.sch.uk
Teaching Assistant – TA2 – Required for September 2024
Part time – working between 27 to 32.5 hours\week
Hours of work will be one of these shifts: by agreement
8.30 am – 3.30 pm (32.5 hrs\week)
8.00 am – 3.00 pm (32.5 hrs\week)
8.30 am – 2.50 pm (27 hours\week)
Monday – Friday, Term time plus one INSET Day
Salary Range: £16,787 - £17,351 (based on 32.5hrs\wk)
Grade G3 NJC Pt 3 - 5
We are a school that places the quality of learning at the heart of everything, and we have an opportunity for a dynamic, caring and dedicated individual to join our SEND team in supporting our young people to realise their full potential. The successful candidate will be able to provide curriculum support and ensure positive outcomes for those students who struggle with accessing the curriculum.
At the heart of the job, you will be a committed and caring person who, as a teaching assistant, will support students with barriers to learning on a one to one basis, in small groups, in or out of the classroom.
Above all, we are looking for individuals who have a commitment and passion to raising the achievement of all students, regardless of their ability. You will care about student wellbeing and have a sense of purpose; vibrant and energetic individuals who want to make a difference to the lives of our students and want to be a part of our team.
Apply via TES: https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/teaching-assistant-wigan-2044904
Required as soon as possible
Invigilator
Our Invigilators work on a casual basis during exam seasons when required by the School. The number of hours of work available for each period of exams across the year will vary and cannot be guaranteed but are offered out fairly to our pool of invigilators.
Salary: Grade G3 NJC Pt 3 - 5 £11.79\hr
We are a school that places the quality of learning at the heart of everything we do. We have an opportunity for a dynamic, caring and dedicated individual to join our Invigilator team in supporting our young people to realise their full potential. Invigilators create the conditions for our students to perform at their very best in their exams by overlooking, assisting and ensuring exams run as smoothly as possible.
The role of an Invigilator is highly regulated as Invigilators must ensure that guidelines and regulations for the integrity and security of the examination papers and procedures are followed during examination sessions. Full training will be provided and we are a very welcoming and supportive department where teamwork is at our core.
The successful candidate will benefit from a strong induction programme which will be tailored to their professional needs and experience.
If you are interested in joining our Invigilator Team, please contact:
Mrs Helen McVey – Exams Manager
Lowton Church of England High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Suitability checks will be undertaken in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, Prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.