Woodmansterne School & Sixth Form is set within a diverse and vibrant community. As a school we benefit from a rich variety of cultures and traditions which form the bedrock of our inclusive ethos. We are looking to employ exceptional staff who share our values and determination to provide Woodmansterne School & Sixth Form pupils with a first-class education that enables them to thrive and succeed in their learning and life.

As a Woodmansterne staff member, you can expect regular and relevant professional development. You will be an integral part of this wonderful school and supported by an experienced and supportive leadership team.

We are looking for an outstanding EAL Co-ordinator who:

• has recent experience of working in a school setting and supporting pupils (in any phase);
• can use their knowledge and skills to assess the English levels of pupils, identify individual needs and plan specific interventions to help EAL pupils overcome learning barriers and achieve their targets;
• can lead focused intervention groups on study skills, organisation, emotional well-being and motivation to support individuals and small groups of EAL pupils, to develop their English language skills;
• will raise pupils’ educational achievements, setting high expectations of what can be achieved;
• can identify pupils for public examinations in their home languages;
• will use their initiative to develop our EAL provision, by offering a variety of activities and opportunities to engage pupils and families;
• has strong literacy and numeracy skills and excellent communication skills, being able to communicate effectively in a variety of situations and use ICT effectively to support learning;
• is a team player, collaborating effectively with colleagues to share effective practices and raise standards for our EAL pupils;
• is kind, positive and committed to the school’s inclusive ethos, can-do attitude;
• is reliable, flexible and calm, able to work under pressure and manage change effectively

Our strong and experienced leadership team are committed to providing an exceptional and enriching education for all our young people.

Working at Woodmansterne is never dull. Creative ideas are listened to and considered and challenge is encouraged. Staff here are keen and confident to go the extra mile, knowing that their input is valued and respected.

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