General Teacher/Hlta - Interventions Hub - Term Time - Special Needs Position

Goldwyn School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-7041-286S
• Posted:06/06/2022
• Pay:MPS/UNQ/KR7
• Start Date:September 2022
• App Close Date:07/07/2022 at 14:00
• Interviews:12.07.22

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New opportunities to make a difference at Goldwyn School.

Goldwyn School is seeking to appoint a new small team of specialist staff to work within the Great Chart site, supporting our SEMH/ASD students who have complex additional learning needs.  

The new learning hub will operate throughout the day, providing 1 to 1 and small group work for students to receive support with specific literacy needs, social communication difficulties and emotional regulation. 

Students will be allocated time for hub support in response to needs identified within their EHCPs, provision plans and at student focus meetings.  Individual and small group intervention programmes will be planned and delivered by the hub team in collaboration with the SENCO and Centre Manager. 

The new staff will work as a team within the hub room, as well as in the wider school, supporting students’ inclusion with the curriculum and whole school community. 

The hub staff will need to have experience and knowledge of working with children suffering from a range of Adverse Childhood Experiences and SEND diagnosis such as ASD, ODD, PDA, ADHD and Anxiety.  

We are looking for a Teacher (qualified or unqualified) with suitable training and/or experience in the following areas: 

• Literacy support e.g. Dyslexia,
• Numeracy Support e.g. Dyscalculia
• Emotional Regulation
• Mental Health e.g. Anxiety,
• Social Skills
• Speech & language therapies
• Occupational Therapies
• Legotherapy
• Personal Development & Safety
• Nurture approaches e.g. Boxall

 This position is initially for a temporary one year contract from 01.09.22 to 31.08.23.

You are welcome to visit at your earliest opportunity.  To arrange an appointment, please contact Tina Brobyn, HR Manager: tina.brobyn@goldwyn.kent.sch.uk 

Goldwyn School is committed to the highest standards in safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare of every student and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

References may be taken up before interview and the successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS check.

Information about the school

Goldwyn School is a Kent Maintained Foundation Special School for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, proudly rated Outstanding by Ofsted (October 2022). We operate across five unique sites in Ashford and Folkestone, each offering a tailored educational pathway to meet the diverse and complex needs of our students.

We are an aspirational and inspirational school, committed to nurturing the potential of every young person. Our inclusive ethos is underpinned by research-led, trauma-informed, and nurturing practices, ensuring that every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Our Sites: Each of our five sites offers a tailored educational pathway, ensuring that every student receives the support and opportunities they need to thrive: • Goldwyn Ashford - Great Chart, Ashford (TN23 3BT) • Goldwyn Folkestone - Parkfield Road, Folkestone (CT19 5BY) • Goldwyn Vocational Centre - Leacon Road, Ashford (TN23 4FB) • Goldwyn Plus - Beaver Lane, Ashford (TN23 5NX) • Goldwyn Nurture Hub – School Lane, Hothfield, Ashford (TN26 1HA)

Our Vision and Values: Our school community is built on the vision: Aspire ∙ Empower ∙ Achieve. We promote a culture where every member of our community demonstrates: • Resilience - Overcoming barriers with creativity and independence • Empathy - Caring for ourselves and others, fostering respect and belonging • Aiming - Striving to reach our full potential • Commitment - Dedicated to success, growth, and opportunity • Heart - Passionate about making a difference, championing equality and inclusion

Why Work at Goldwyn? “Goldwyn is a family; a truly supportive unit.” - School Governor

At Goldwyn, our staff are our superpower. We believe that a supported and valued team is essential to delivering the best education for our students. Here’s what makes Goldwyn a great place to work:

• A values-driven culture that shapes everything we do • A strong, dynamic leadership team offering coaching and mentorship • A collaborative environment that encourages innovation and shared learning • A rich CPD programme, including accredited training and leadership development • A strong focus on staff wellbeing with initiatives like: - Employee Assistance Programme (confidential counselling, legal advice, and more) - Free flu vaccinations - Free parking at all sites - Generous pension scheme - Kent Scheme Rewards

Leading the Way in SEMH Education As part of the KSENT Trust, Goldwyn staff benefit from opportunities to engage in practitioner research, school-to-school support, and national-level collaboration. We are proud to be at the forefront of SEMH education, shaping best practices and making a real difference in the lives of young people.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Kerry Greene
• Address:Godinton Lane, Great Chart, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3BT
• Telephone: 01233 622958
• Email: tina.brobyn@goldwyn.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01233 662177

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