Librarian and Learning Support Assistant - Winchester, United Kingdom - Twyford School

Description

The School
Twyford School is a successful co-educational, independent day and boarding prep school for 430+ pupils aged two to thirteen.

Situated in the village of Twyford, near Winchester, the School is set within a truly enviable position of 30 acres of mature grounds, with a beautiful Queen Anne country house as its centrepiece.

Surrounded by stunning Hampshire countryside, the School prides itself on being one of the oldest prep schools in the country.

Our role is to give each child the most complete education - academic, cultural, emotional, physical - so that they, each and every one, can have the best start at living their best life, for themselves and for others.

It is as simple as that. It's all here - Twyford. The Complete Education.

The postholder will liaise with teachers, parents and key personnel and will be professional, approachable and enthusiastic.

Trustworthiness and reliability and a love of reading are essential, along with the ability to deal with sensitive and confidential information in a totally discrete manner complying with School policies.

Librarian

• Manage all aspects of the libraries at Twyford School
• Generate an interest and enthusiasm for the library amongst pupils and colleagues
• Maintain, develop and evaluate the resources of the libraries to provide the best possible learning resources for pupils of all ages and abilities at the School
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to encourage pupils to learn and acquire new skills
• Select, organise, promote and maintain books and other library materials to cover the full range of ages and abilities of the School community within the agreed budget
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the service provided by the libraries and its impact on teaching and learning
• Ensure the library provides a suitable and welcoming atmosphere conducive to reading
• Plan and implement librarybased learning opportunities for pupils
• Supervise pupils using the library and maintain a welcoming, supportive atmosphere conducive to positive learning experiences
• Liaise with colleagues to promote the profile of the library throughout the curriculum
• Liaise with the Head of English to promote the library and reading across the School
• Maintain a comprehensive awareness of current developments in library management, education and children's literature
• Prepare and manage the library budget
• Prepare and deliver theme weeks including World Book week
• Develop and maintain links with other libraries and relevant organisations

Learning Support Assistant

• Work with colleagues and parents in a professional manner which is conducive to and promotes the stated aims, vision and values of the School.
• Liaising with parents via the homeschool communication diary
• Supervise and assist individual/small groups of pupils in activities set by teachers
• Familiarise self with pupils' Special Educational Needs and ensure their access to the lesson and its content through appropriate clarification, explanations, equipment and materials and use of data
• Build and maintain successful relationships with pupils, treat them consistently, with respect and consideration
• Reinforce and promote independent learning and social skills by supporting pupils in groups
• Help pupils record work in an appropriate way and to develop study and organisational skills
• Carry out structured classroom assessment /observation and feedback outcomes to the Class Teacher and Head of Hub
• Support the use of ICT in the classroom and develop pupils' competence and independence in its use
• Implement planned learning activities/ teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher
• Adjust activities according to pupils' responses as appropriate
• Supervise pupils for specified periods including breaktimes when the postholder should facilitate games and activities
• Support learning by arranging /providing resources for lessons/ activities
• Keep records and liaise with teachers and the Head of Hub (SendCo) on the needs and progress of pupils you are working with
• Attend relevant training, professional development activities and meetings to fulfil the role
• Assist with the development and implementation of support plans
• Respect and maintain confidentiality at all times
• Play a full and active part in the life of the School, including attending occasional evening and weekend events as they arise.
• Twyford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo our safer recruitment checks and child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)._

Job Types:
Part-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Part-time hours: 27.25 per week


Salary:
£25,409.00-£32,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Discounted or free food

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