Three new roles at Claremont Fan Court School

We are expanding are team and have three new roles:

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
PART TIME OR FULL TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE

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We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate learning support assistant to join our expanding individual needs department. We are inviting applications for full or part time positions.
At Claremont Fan Court School, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every student is empowered to achieve their full potential. The Individual needs department is a cornerstone of this mission, working with a range of learners to provide tailored support.
Working in the senior school, as a learning support assistant you will work closely with teachers to provide tailored support to pupils in lessons. You will assist in creating an inclusive classroom environment, ensuring that every student can access the curriculum and engage in all school activities to the best of their ability.
The successful candidate will have previous experience of working with children with SpLD and other individual needs in a senior school setting, ideally with a qualification related to learning support. They will have a strong understanding of the role of learning support, excellent communication skills and be prepared to work hard with energy and enthusiasm. An empathetic and understanding approach towards students with special educational needs is a must.
Claremont Fan Court School offers a welcoming and supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer all the benefits of working in a thriving independent school including generous contributory pension, life assurance, free lunches during term time, onsite parking and a cycle to work scheme.
Further details of the role and how to apply can be found under the ‘working at Claremont’ link at www.claremontfancourt.co.uk by calling HR on 01372 473720.
Closing date: 9.00am Friday 21 March 2025
Interviews will be held week commencing 24 March 2025

ACCESS ARRANGEMENTS COORDINATOR

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We are seeking a highly organised and detail-orientated access arrangements coordinator to join our expanding individual needs department. This is a part -time, term time only position working 27.5 hours per week over 4 or 5 days.
At Claremont Fan Court School, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every student is empowered to achieve their full potential. The Individual needs department is a cornerstone of this mission, working with a range of learners to provide tailored support.
As the access arrangements coordinator, you will oversee the entire process for managing access arrangements in line with JCQ regulations. This includes organising assessments, liaising with specialist assessors, and ensuring that all necessary paperwork and evidence is in place for applications to exam boards. You will work closely with teaching staff, the exams office, and external professionals to ensure that every student receives the appropriate adjustments and that all regulations are adhered to
The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail, be highly organised and able to prioritise a diverse workload. A strong understanding of JCQ regulations relating to access arrangements would be advantageous, however training can be provided. An empathetic and understanding approach towards students with special educational needs is a must.
Claremont Fan Court School offers a welcoming and supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer all the benefits of working in a thriving independent school including generous contributory pension, life assurance, free lunches during term time, onsite parking and a cycle to work scheme.
Further details of the role and how to apply can be found under the ‘working at Claremont’ link at www.claremontfancourt.co.uk by calling HR on 01372 473720.
Closing date: 9.00am Monday 24 March 2025

SPECIALIST TEACHER
PART TIME OR FULL TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE

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We are seeking a qualified and dedicated specialist teacher to join our expanding individual needs department. We are inviting applications for full or part time positions.
At Claremont Fan Court School, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every student is empowered to achieve their full potential. The Individual needs department is a cornerstone of this mission, working with a range of learners to provide tailored support.
Working in the senior school, you will provide tailored support to pupils with specific learning difficulties, or other individual needs, on an individual or small group basis to support literacy and study skills. If you hold a level 7 qualification (or equivalent in assessment) you may also be involved in the formal assessment of pupils for access arrangements.
The successful candidate will possess a good honours degree along with a qualification for teaching pupils with SpLD at either level 5 or level 7. They will have proven experience as a specialist teacher working with children in years 7 to 11 and be able to understand and offer further explanation of the subjects taken by pupils up to GCSE level. An empathetic and understanding approach towards students with special educational needs is a must.
In return, Claremont Fan Court School offers a welcoming and supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer all the benefits of working in a thriving independent school including, pension (currently through TPS*), life assurance, professional development, laptop, complimentary lunches during term time, onsite parking and a cycle to work scheme
Further details of the role and how to apply can be found under the ‘working at Claremont’ link at www.claremontfancourt.co.uk by calling HR on 01372 473720.
Closing date: 9.00am Friday 21 March 2025
Interviews will be held week commencing 24 March 2025
*Please refer to the benefits section under our “working at Claremont” page of our website

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are fully committed to creating and sustaining a positive and supportive working environment free from discrimination where staff feel valued and respected. We value individuality and diversity and believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.
The 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 child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The school may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The school is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.