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Thank you for your interest in working at Coombe House School, an independent special school that provides education for pupils aged 5 to 19 with SEMH and ASD and associated difficulties.
We have a culture of respect, kindness and inclusivity, and welcome applications from people who would like an opportunity to play an integral part of this exciting and unique journey.
We are seeking candidates who thrive on working in a challenging but immensely rewarding environment, who are passionate about supporting the development of social, life and independence skills and who truly want to make a difference in the lives of pupils.
Some of the benefits of working at Coombe House School include a competitive salary, excellent pension scheme, class sizes up to 8 pupils, continuous professional development and training, use of leisure facilities (gym and swimming pool) at specific times, ‘death in service’, and a Health Care Plan after a probation period where employees can claim back costs towards dental check-ups, eye tests, prescription charges and therapies.
For Teachers we offer the Teachers’ Pension Scheme and all support staff we offer an enhanced pension scheme with a 10% employers’ contribution.
OUR CURRENT VACANCIES
Part Time Housekeeper / Cleaner
Start Date: September 2024
Ideally you will have previous housekeeping and cleaning experience in a similar environment, but we are still keen to hear from you if you don’t – it is important to us that we have the right person for the team and someone with a passion for cleaning! You will work as part of a team carrying out a range of routine and additional cleaning duties to contribute to the cleanliness in all areas of the site. This includes classrooms, bathrooms, office spaces and leisure facilities.
Please feel free to call 01747 449 858 to request a full job description and application form or you can apply online (click the link above).
Permanent – 15 hours per week (7am to 10am Monday – Friday)
52 weeks, all year with 31 days annual leave (pro rota)
Salary: £10,209.32 pa
Closing Date: 28 July 2024
Are you are looking to start your next Teaching role in the Autumn term, or January 2025 at the latest? We are looking for a proactive, resourceful, and inspirational KS3/4 General Teacher (SEND) to plan and deliver a range of subjects (specialist subjects to be discussed) across a tutor group and other KS3/4 groups. As a KS3/4 General Teacher (SEND) you will need to demonstrate compassion, understanding and flexibility in your approach ensuring progression is central to all learning whilst giving our pupils the confidence to grow as they progress.
Closing Date: Wednesday 14 August 2024
Interview Date: 21 August 2024
Exams and Assessment Co-ordinator / Administrator
As Exams and Assessment Coordinator / Administrator you will be responsible for managing the effective and efficient administration of external examinations, ensuring that the school is compliant with regulations and awarding body requirements. You will be a member of the shared services team, also undertaking general administrative and reception duties. We would like to hear from you if you can demonstrate strong administration experience with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail and have worked in a similar education setting. You will have excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, strong relationship management skills and be confident in communicating both orally and in writing.
Excellent salary range from £27,711 – £30,060 full time, all year.
Full time (37 hours) – 08.00-16.00 Monday to Thursday, 08.00-15.30 Friday, flexibility will be considered.
Closing Date: 26 August 2024 (sooner if sufficient suitable applications are received)
“There are many things that I enjoy about working at Coombe House School and one of the best aspects of this job is having the opportunity to build positive relationships with our pupils. Our focus on overcoming barriers and developing mutual trust and respect means that we really get to know the children and young people we are working with, which in turn allows us to really focus on their strengths.”
Assistant Head Teacher, Bex Smith
The school uses a therapeutic approach to support pupils with their individual difficulties. Everything the school does is based on positive relationships and viewing behaviour as communication.
We recruit Learning Support Assistants and Teachers on a regular basis to support the rapid growth of the School. Speculative direct applications (no agencies) in this regard are desirable.
Our Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure procedure can be found here.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process or require any further details please contact Claire Taylor, Assistant HR Manager, on 01747 449 858 or by email hr@dorsetcentreofexcellence org.uk.