Associate Teacher

Be a Part of a Community Driven by Opportunity at Harwich and Dovercourt High School Are you an enthusiastic individual ready to empower students to achieve, belong, connect, and develop? Do you want to be part of a community where every professional demonstrates compassion and care for all? At HDHS, we are driven by opportunity and a powerful belief that every student matters. Through our Preparedness Agenda, we work to support the young people of Harwich and the surrounding villages, dedicated to maximising their life chances and levelling any inequalities. We're looking for a dedicated Associate Teacher to become a vital part of our professional body and help us create an environment where every student knows, understands, and believes that the opportunity is here for them. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer a dynamic and stimulating environment where you can truly thrive. The successful candidate will work 32 hours per week (08:15am - 16:15pm, Monday to Tuesday and 08:15am -15:15pm on Wednesday to Friday) This role is 39 weeks per year (term time, plus non-pupil days) A Day in the Life: You'll be responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas: Collation and organisation of cover work for teaching staff. Supervise pupils engaged in learning activities. Act as a role model and set high expectations of conduct and behaviour. Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person. (Full details can be found in the Job description and Person specification) What We're Looking For: You are the perfect fit for our team if you have: An NVQ Level 3 in learning support/early years (or equivalent), with successful recent experience working with children in a school or early years environment. Have a detailed understanding of child development and the school curriculum, alongside the ability to assess pupil progress, motivate learners, and effectively manage classroom behaviour. Exceptional communication skills to build trusting relationships with children, families, and staff, with a proactive approach to teamwork and information sharing. Strong literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills, combined with excellent organisational skills. A solid understanding of Child Protection, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, and Data Protection/confidentiality procedures. Why Choose The Sigma Trust? We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life. Professional Development: A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish. Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professi