At The John Roan School we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence. We aim to ignite ambition in every student through teaching that empowers and inspires; a calm and disruption-free learning environment; and a strong character education programme.We have one overriding, audacious ambition that drives us - to be the very best school in the Greenwich area, giving confidence to parents and carers that their child will not only achieve their best academically, but also thrive in their time with us. Our school PRIDE ethos represents our expectations of everyone in our school and is at the core of everything that we do.Founded in 1677, The John Roan School is one of the oldest state schools in the country. The school is a mixed ability co-educational 11 - 18 school set across two sites a short walk apart in the heart of Greenwich. We became part of United Learning in 2019, and we are already seeing the results of our continuing journey of rapid improvement.We are a proudly inclusive school with a Centre for Autism, a thriving SEND provision and growing numbers of students with English as an Additional Language.The John Roan School values personal development, and on joining the school you will have a wealth of opportunities to develop through our internal CPD programmes and within the United Learning group of schools. Our staff team is diverse and reflects the multi-cultural student population of the school at all levels.The John Roan School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.
Directly Reporting to: Assistant Principal, SENDCO
Hours & Weeks PA: 37.5 hrs a week, 39 weeks per year
Place of work: The John Roan School
The John Roan School - United Learning:
Thank you for your interest in working at The John Roan School. We are a large mixed secondary school which joined the United Learning group of schools in September 2019 and, supported by the expertise and guidance that has brought us, are rapidly improving outcomes for students. Ofsted graded us as a ‘Good’ school in October 2023 and as we continue our school improvement programme, we are looking for people who share our values and passionately believe that all children can achieve, no matter what their starting point, background or needs.
We serve more than 64,000 pupils and support around 10,000 staff in our schools, and we offer a growing range of additional services, including teacher training, professional development programmes, and a full curriculum package for schools. Everything that we do is geared towards improving life outcomes for young people. ‘We also believe in offering our staff 'more pay, more time and more support’.
Support staff who are working directly with students and are without A-Levels, a degree or a relevant Level 3 for the role; will be required to enrol on the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship once appointed. We will support you to gain this qualification as part of our commitment to staff development and improving student outcomes.
The Role:
- Work within the Academy as part of a team, under the general direction of the Principal who will be responsible for the overall policy of the educational programme and for matters of control and discipline within the Academy.
- Undertake activities with either individuals or groups of children to ensure their safety and facilitate their physical, emotional, and educational development.
- Work to establish a supportive relationship with the children and parents concerned.
- Encourage acceptance and inclusion of children with special educational needs, with a particular focus on students with Autism.
- Promote and help build students' self-esteem.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. References will automatically be requested for all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. The successful applicant will be required to be DBS and safeguarding checks prior to taking up post.
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Learning Coach (ASD Specialism) employer: The John Roan School
United Learning is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its staff. With a supportive work culture, flexible working options, and a commitment to safeguarding, employees at the Westcombe Park Site can thrive in a welcoming environment while making a meaningful impact on the lives of students and their families.
