LEARNING SUPPORT CENTRE
LSC ENGLISH TEACHER – TO GCSE
FULL TIME, FROM SEPTEMBER 2015
THE DEPARTMENT
The Learning Support Centre (LSC) is currently staffed by 8 full-time and 2 part-time tutors, including
the Head of Department. The work of the LSC is further supported by a number of peripatetic tutors,
2 part-time administrative assistants and a part-time speech and language therapist. The
department provides SpLD students with study support and teaches English Language and English
Literature up to GCSE level. The LSC benefits from a strong sense of teamwork which makes it a very
vibrant and rewarding environment in which to work.
Millfield works within the framework of the SEN Code of Practice and The Equality Act. We are
constantly reviewing and updating the school’s AEN Policy in line with current developments,
amendments and initiatives.
The LSC’s primary purpose is to assist and support pupils with Specific Learning Difficulties, mainly
Dyslexia. Pupils are taught research and studies skills as well as following individualised programmes
to further develop literacy skills. We offer study support lessons for students from Year 9 to Upper
Sixth. We also teach English Language and English Literature up to GCSE level. In addition lunchtime
workshops take place daily, which pupils can attend in order to receive help with their studies or to
work through individual programmes.
The LSC is located at the heart of the school within the same building as the English, Religious
Studies and History Departments. The department is well resourced with both IT and a wide range of
revision and reference materials. Pupils’ progress is closely monitored within the department and a
range of different assessment materials are used to this effect.
LSC English tutors teach the EDEXCEL GCSE and IGCSE English Language and Literature courses to
small groups; usually 7 – 9 pupils. The LSC English Tutors typically have additional qualifications
and/or experience in teaching predominately dyslexic pupils using multi-sensory teaching methods.
Millfield has committed itself to working with reference to the SEND Code of Practice (2014) and in
accordance with The Equality Act (2010).
THE POSITION
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A suitably qualified English Tutor to GCSE;
An interest in teaching SpLD pupils, predominately dyslexic;
A recognised professional SpLD qualification (would be an advantage but not essential);
Experience of teaching small groups of SpLD pupils;
The ability to engage and motivate pupils;
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Highly motivated and committed to improving the quality of pupils learning;
A willingness to adopt innovative teaching and learning techniques;
Capable of inspiring pupil trust and confidence;
The ability to communicate effectively and sympathetically;
Good written and verbal communication skills;
The ability to work as part of a team and a willingness to share good practice and offer new
ideas;
Excellent organisational skills.
BENEFITS OF SERVICE
Millfield School has high expectations of its staff and therefore looks to reward them with generous
salary scale increments and beneficial conditions of service. All teachers are offered membership of
the Teachers’ Pension Scheme and have longer holidays than the maintained sector. Class sizes are
small (typical class sizes of 8-14) and most teachers have their own classroom. All teachers are
issued with an iPad as part of our mobile learning project (there is a strong focus on the use of
technology to support teaching and learning). A wide range of opportunities for professional
development exist and staff are encouraged to develop their skills and consider career options at all
levels. There is ample opportunity to take on additional responsibilities for which there are
allowances.
Fee concessions are available across the pre-prep, prep and senior school. We also have a Salary
Sacrifice scheme in place for fees which reduces the cost further.
Millfield is set in beautiful grounds and staff are encouraged to make use of the extensive leisure
and sporting facilities (which includes gym, swimming pool, golf course, tennis courts, squash courts
etc.) which are available free of charge for themselves and their immediate family.
All staff enjoy free on-site parking, heavily subsidised lunches (of outstanding quality) and free
refreshments available throughout the day.
Each member of the teaching staff has a voice on professional matters via the Common Room
Chair. The ability to join a strong community through a number of social events (Staff Bar, Staff
sports leagues etc.) is encouraged.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Full-time teachers at Millfield are expected to:
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Play a full part in the extensive games and activities programme;
Be a group tutor attached to a boarding or day house;
Be attached to a boarding house as a liaison tutor, doing a weekly evening duty, for which an
additional allowance is paid.
Millfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to
satisfactory references and CRB clearance.
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Millfield School has adopted the school-wide use of mobile technologies in teaching and learning,
and applicants are expected to develop their own skills and teaching to make appropriate use of
such opportunities.
Statutory induction is provided for NQTs. Staff are normally expected to find their own
accommodation. A reduction of 65% of day fees is available to all full-time teachers for any
son/daughter attending Millfield Schools from Reception to Year 13.
Salary is according to the Millfield Scale together with a responsibility allowance. For further
information please contact Mrs Jacqui Clarke, Head of Learning Support Centre, on 01458 444251
(School) or by e-mail on [email protected].
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