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We currently have four vacancies:

- After School Club Assistant (Holiday Club Only)
- After School Club Lead (Holiday Club Only)
- After School Club Assistant - Saturday Youth Club
- Teacher 

After School Club Assistant (Holiday Club Only)

 

Job Reference S/GJ/7015/0125

Casual work - minimum 15 Days a Year

Grade 4, SCP 7-11, Salary £12.59 - £13.47 per hour

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Redwood Clubs are looking to recruit After School Club Assistants to work in our Holiday Club. Redwood Clubs run fun and exciting activities for young people with SEN and Disabilities across the borough of Rochdale. Its primary locations are at Redwood Secondary School and Redwood Education & Enterprise Centre (REEC).

 

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, fun, honest, and hardworking individuals who are able to work well as a team. The applicant must enjoy working with children and be able to create a fun and enjoyable atmosphere for children aged 4 - 18.

 

We are seeking to recruit someone who will demonstrate;

  • A professional ‘can-do’ approach

  • That you are flexible, quick-thinking with lots of great ideas

  • You have plenty of energy and creativity and be able to use your initiative with a good sense of humour

  • You are approachable with excellent communication skills

  • You can be a role model for the school community

  • Previous experience of working with children, ideally in an out of hour’s school setting. If the applicant does not already hold relevant training it will be organised for you, Safeguarding, Prevent training, and First Aid.

We offer our staff a fun, supportive, caring and nurturing work environment where we support one another’s professional growth and development.

 

Our Holiday Club is very popular. It runs for 8 weeks of the school year, during each school half term holiday, Easter holiday and 3 weeks in the summer holidays. You will support the Supervisor with the daily running of our club and it is essential that you are willing to be fully involved in all aspects of the club and take a key role in preparation of activities. Hours for each day is from 9.30am to 3.15pm Working days/ hours will be by arrangement. Ideally, we are looking for staff that can commit for full days.

 

Roles and Responsibilities include;

  • Setting up and clearing away of the equipment at the start and end of each session.

  • Supervising children's activities, ensuring their safety at all times.

  • Meet and great parents and provide them with feedback on their child’s time at the club.

  • Assist with planning different activities with the children and encouraging them to be creative with their play.

  • To assist with providing a fun and stimulating environment for the children.

  • Assisting in generating ideas and planning and organising daily activities.

  • Monitoring condition of activity equipment.

  • To provide personal care for children in attendance.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

 

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation which can be found at  www.redwood-school.com and send completed applications to vacancies@redwood-school.com by 9am on 26th April 2024.

 

Please note CVs are not accepted, direct applications only, no agencies.

Interview Date:  TBC

 

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. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.

 

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

 

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview. The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 (para 220).

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After School Club Lead (Holiday Club Only)

 

Job Reference S/GJ/7015/0126

Casual work - minimum 15 Days a Year

Grade 6, SCP 19-24, Salary £15.43 - £17.12 per hour

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Redwood Clubs are looking to recruit After School Club Leaders to work in our Holiday Club. Redwood Clubs run fun and exciting activities for young people with SEN and Disabilities across the borough of Rochdale. Its primary locations are at Redwood Secondary School and Redwood Education & Enterprise Centre (REEC).

 

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, fun, honest, and hardworking individuals who are able to work well as a team. The applicant must enjoy working with children and be able to create a fun and enjoyable atmosphere for children aged 4 - 18.

 

We are seeking to recruit someone who will demonstrate;

  • A professional ‘can-do’ approach

  • That you are flexible, quick-thinking with lots of great ideas

  • You have plenty of energy and creativity and be able to use your initiative with a good sense of humour

  • You are approachable with excellent communication skills

  • You can be a role model for the school community

  • Previous experience of working with children, ideally in an out of hour’s school setting. If the applicant does not already hold relevant training it will be organised for you, Safeguarding, Prevent training, and First Aid.

We offer our staff a fun, supportive, caring and nurturing work environment where we support one another’s professional growth and development.

 

Our Holiday Club is very popular. It runs for 8 weeks of the school year, during each school half term holiday, Easter holiday and 3 weeks in the summer holidays. You will support the Supervisor with the daily running of our club and it is essential that you are willing to be fully involved in all aspects of the club and take a key role in preparation of activities. Hours for each day is from 9.30am to 3.15pm Working days/ hours will be by arrangement. Ideally, we are looking for staff that can commit for full days.

 

 

Roles and Responsibilities include;

  • To develop a creative programme of educational and leisure activities which supports and stimulates the learning and development needs of children with SEND.

  • To respond to personal and intimate care for children with profound and complex needs

  • To be responsible for ensuring the provision meets required Ofsted standards and the appropriate Quality Assurance Award.

  • To be responsible for management of the physical environment and making optimum use of space to support children’s development activities. 

  • To supervise the distribution of drinks and snacks to children, following all associated procedures for food hygiene and children’s individual dietary needs.

  • To manage staff working in the Holiday Club, including supporting the Extended Schools Coordinator in the recruitment of staff, providing training and support, coordinating and directing activities, and managing performance. 

  • To be recognised as a qualified first aider

  • To support pupils with medical conditions who require ongoing support, medicines or care whilst in attendance at the Holiday Club.

  • Setting up and clearing away of the equipment at the start and end of each session.

  • Supervising children's activities, ensuring their safety at all times.

  • Meet and great parents and provide them with feedback on their child’s time at the club.

  • Monitoring condition of activity equipment.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

 

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation which can be found at  www.redwood-school.com and send completed applications to vacancies@redwood-school.com by 9am on Friday 26th April 2024.

 

Please note CVs are not accepted, direct applications only, no agencies.

Interview Date:  TBC

 

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. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.

 

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

 

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview. The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 (para 220).

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AFTER SCHOOL CLUB ASSISTANT – SATURDAY YOUTH CLUB

 

Job Ref: SGJ70150127

Saturday 8:45am-12:15pm (3.5 hours per week)

Term Time Only, Temporary until 31st March 2025

Grade 4, SCP 7-11, Annual Salary £1,967 - £2,104

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Redwood Clubs are looking to recruit an After School Club Assistant to work in our Saturday Youth Club. Redwood Clubs run a fun and exciting Youth Club for young people with SEN and Disabilities across the borough of Rochdale. Its primary location is at Redwood Education & Enterprise Centre (REEC) in Middleton.

 

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, fun, honest, and hardworking individuals who are able to work well as a team. The applicant must enjoy working with children and be able to create a fun and enjoyable atmosphere for children aged 4 - 18.

 

All staff must be committed to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.

 

We offer our staff a fun, supportive, caring and nurturing work environment where we support one another’s professional growth and development.

 

Roles and Responsibilities include;

  • Setting up and clearing away of the equipment at the start and end of each session.

  • Supervising children's activities, ensuring their safety at all times.

  • Meet and great parents and provide them with feedback on their child’s time at the club.

  • Assist with planning different activities with the children and encouraging them to be creative with their play.

  • To assist with providing a fun and stimulating environment for the children.

  • Assisting in generating ideas and planning and organising daily activities.

  • Monitoring condition of activity equipment.

  • To provide personal care for children in attendance.

Successful applicants will have;

  • Previous experience of working with children, ideally in an out of hour’s school setting. If the applicant does not already hold relevant training it will be organised for you, Safeguarding, Prevent training, and First Aid.

To apply for the role, please submit an application form to vacancies@redwood-school.com

Please note CVs are not accepted, direct applications only, no agencies.

The closing date for all applications is Friday 10th May 2024 at 9am
Interviews Week Commencing 13th May 2024

 

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. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.

 

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

 

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview. The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 (para 220).

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Teacher

Permanent Full time
Teachers MPS1- UPS 3 + 1 SEN Point

Actual Salary £30,000- £46,525 plus SEN Allowance £2,539

 

Are you dedicated to inclusion and supporting young people with SEND to be fully prepared for adult life? We are looking for dedicated and inspirational teachers to come and join our amazing, warm and supportive team. 

 

Redwood is a large special school for pupils with a wide range of complex SEND from 11-19. This is an exciting time for Redwood; demand for places is high and we have a new and experienced headteacher in post. At Redwood, every person matters, and you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our incredible and diverse children and young people.  

 

The successful candidate will:

  • Be committed to inclusion and have a passion for SEND

  • Must be willing to work across all cohorts of the school as required based on the needs of the organisation

  • Be an excellent practitioner with the commitment and motivation to inspire young people with their learning and development

  • Be able to demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation through imaginative and adapted lessons which meet individual student needs

  • Possess the emotional and physical resilience necessary when working with young people with a range of complex communication, behavioural and medical needs

  • Have the ability to foster good relationships with other staff, pupils, parents and the wider community

  • Be effective team players with proven ability to coordinate and direct the work of classroom support staff

 

We are also looking for a person who has:

  • A willingness or experience of teaching students with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

  • Proven ability or aspiring to be an outstanding teacher with a passion to improve outcomes for all students

  • The knowledge and understanding of how to use a range of technologies across the curriculum

  • The ability to contribute fully to the values, aims and life of the school

We can offer:

  • A committed, driven and supportive team

  • Excellent CPD and support for your own career development

  • First class facilities that support our staff and students in an ever developing and challenging environment

The successful candidate will be required to commence work from September 2024 or as close to this date as possible.

To apply for the role, please submit an application form to vacancies@redwood-school.com

If you require any further information about the role or would like to book in a visit to the school, please contact the Headteacher’s PA, Jane Lumb by e-mailing info@redwood-school.com

Please note CVs are not accepted, direct applications only, no agencies.

The closing date for all applications is Monday 13th May 2024 at 9am
Interviews Week Commencing 20th May 2024

 

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. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.

 

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

 

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview. The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 (para 220).

Job Description

Person Specification

Application Form

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