Learning and Wellbeing Support Teacher

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference LAWSU789RR1_1736518531
Closing date February 10, 2025
Location North West London, UK
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Learning and Wellbeing Support Teacher

  • Location: Brent, North West London
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term Contract
  • Salary: Commensurate with experience £28-30,000 FTE

    • Overview

    A prestigious French-bilingual school is seeking an experienced and compassionate Learning and Wellbeing Support Specialist with QTS or equivalent. The role involves teaching learning strategies and fostering independence in students with learning differences. The successful candidate will also provide social and emotional support across all age groups.

    Main Responsibilities

  • Provide social and emotional support to students, helping them develop skills for resilience and wellbeing
  • Provide instruction in learning strategies and build independence in students with diagnosed or emerging learning differences
  • Assess and create specific learning strategies using curriculum material, and encourage students to understand their own learning style and/or overcome their own challenges
  • Ensure Individual EHCPs show monitoring and progression
  • Assist in designing and delivering the Personal, Social, Health, and Economic (PSHE) curriculum
  • Serve as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leader (dDSL), upholding the school's commitment to student safety and welfare
  • Encourage students' social and emotional growth through workshops, activities, and school-wide programmes
  • Develop and implement plans to manage critical incidents affecting students' emotional wellbeing
  • Keep accurate, secure records
  • Ensure adherence to ethical and legal standards regarding confidentiality and data protection
  • Organise sessions for students, parents, and staff on topics such as stress management, coping strategies, and cultural adaptation
  • Promote awareness of mental health and wellbeing throughout the school community
  • Establish connections with local mental health services and professionals for the school to refer students for additional support when necessary
  • Participate in and lead assemblies and projects

    • Why work with us?

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding bilingual international school. You will become a member of a talented and highly experienced teaching and support team, and will be part of an award-winning institution. This welcoming and innovative environment offers the perfect place to work, learn, and grow, all within a vibrant, easily accessible location.

    What we are looking for

    We look for talented individuals who want to be a part of a modern, bilingual, progressive and dynamic school which promotes excellence through care.

  • QTS or equivalent
  • Ideally, a relevant qualifications in psychology, or a related field
  • Experience working in an educational setting, preferably in an international or bilingual school
  • Strong understanding of social-emotional development and effective intervention strategies
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • A proven commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children
  • Experience and commitment to collaborative working in a team-focused environment
  • Native-level English (ideally and French)
  • High level of IT proficiency (G-suite) and commitment to the integration of technology in the service of learning and wellbeing
  • Commitment to contribute to school life

    • Please submit your CV for consideration and we will be in touch shortly.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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