Vacancies
Dear Prospective Colleague,
Thank you for taking an interest in applying for a position at Hendon School. Hendon School is currently graded ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted (Nov 2011).
“They [students] respect and value cultural diversity and gain an excellent insight in the lives, experiences and beliefs of others through first-hand experiences and their openness to new ideas. The school provides an excellent learning environment. A strong sense of ambition is underpinned by a very caring ethos.” (Ofsted).
We are extremely proud of our Progress 8 score of 0.12 in 2019 for our GCSE students, this puts us significantly higher than the average score for English state-funded schools.
We are an ambitious school and welcome applications from staff who are passionate about being part of a thriving community.
We have an excellent support package in place for NQT’s wishing to apply.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Ms Rhona Povey
Headteacher
TEACHING VACANCIES
SENCO (TLR 1c & SEN Allowance)
Permanent
September 2020/January 2021
We are keen to appoint an outstanding leader to this key position within our thriving school. As a school we have a fundamental commitment to inclusive education that meets the needs of all students. Our school community includes resourced provisions for deaf students and students with Autism. Our exciting and creative approach to learning cultivates growing intellectual curiosity and a sense of enquiry. Students are encouraged to develop as confident and independent learners.
The successful candidate will have expertise in the teaching of students with SEND and will be passionate about the continued improvement of our provision for them. They will be able to lead others to develop the skills and understanding required to provide the very best for our students and will have a belief in the unlimited potential of every student.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS prior to appointment.
Closing date: 30th June 2020
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so please submit your application form at your earliest convenience.
Candidates must complete the School Application Form, which can be accessed on our website www.hendonschool.co.uk or via TES www.tes.com.
Completed application forms should be returned to vacancies@hendonschool.co.uk.
Please Note: CVs will not be considered.
We can only accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK.
Teaching Post Application Form
SUPPORT STAFF VACANCIES
Human Resources Partner
September 2020
Full Time/Permanent
SCP 44-48 £48,492 - £52,482
The post of Human Resources Partner is a strategic post within the school encompassing all aspects of Human Resources management, including HR process management, HR policy compliance, recruitment, HR supplier contract management and employee support. The post has line management responsibility for one post, reports to the Assistant Headteacher and requires a high degree of professionalism.
Applicants should have a broad-based HR Manager / HR Partner experience with knowledge of the HR legislation needed to manage the HR Department. Evidence of problem solving, successfully managing change initiatives, high level of numeracy and attention of detail is required.
CIPD membership, a tertiary qualification in HR management and payroll experience are essential. Applicants with experience in working within an educational setting (preferably a Secondary Academy) will also receive favourable consideration.
The Job Description fully outlines the requirements of this post.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 8th July 2020
Interview date: w/c 13th July 2020
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so please submit your application form at your earliest convenience.
Candidates must complete the School Application Form, which can be accessed on our website www.hendonschool.co.uk or via TES www.tes.com.
Completed application forms should be returned to vacancies@hendonschool.co.uk.
Please Note: CVs will not be considered.
All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure check.
We can only accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK.
Key Worker for Vulnerable Students KS4
14.4 hours (2 days) Permanent
21.6 hours (3 days) maternity cover, fixed-term for 6 months
Total 36 hours per week, term time only, job-share considered
Scale point 26 – 30 £31,548 to £34,794 FTE pro rata (Actual Salary: £26,986 to £29,762 for 36 hours)
Student Support is a hub within Hendon School which provides keyworkers for students, talking space, Art Therapy and First Aid. It is a busy department which values each individual within the team and the wider school community.
This is an exciting opportunity to be a key link worker for students who are registered as ‘Looked after Children’, those on the Child Protection Register and for those students who are identified by the school as vulnerable students.
We are seeking someone who:
- Has a desire to work collaboratively and contribute to the strong ethos of sharing good practice, resources and ideas.
- Is committed to raising achievement and opportunities for ‘Looked after Children
- Is able to liaise with outside agencies and agencies and parents in relation to identified vulnerable students.
- Is a team player who is keen to work collaboratively and contribute to a strong ethos of sharing good practice, resources and ideas.
- Is enthusiastic and has a desire to work towards making a transformational impact on the lives of our vulnerable young people.
- Will pay a key role in the monitoring and evaluating of progress and intervention strategies used within the school.
Hendon School is an Outstanding School and can offer:
- Excellent resources
- Excellent support and professional development opportunities
We value:
- Each person equally as an individual who is entitled to be treated with respect at all times
- The particular abilities, needs and hopes of all our school
- The social, ethnic and religious diversity of our school.
Closing Date: Wednesday 8th July 2020
Interview Date: w/c 13th July 2020
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so please submit your application form at your earliest convenience.
Candidates must complete the School Application Form, which can be accessed on our website www.hendonschool.co.uk or via TES www.tes.com.
Completed application forms should be returned to vacancies@hendonschool.co.uk.
Please Note: CVs will not be considered.
All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure check.
We can only accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK.
KEY WORKER FOR VULNERABLE STUDENTS JOB DESCRIPTION
Science Laboratory Technician
27.5 hours (over 5 days) term time only
SCP 6 – 10, £21,981 to £23,607 FTE pro rata
Actual Salary - £14,362.88 to £15,425.34
Hendon School wish to appoint a dynamic and well-organised individual to work within a team of science technical staff. The role will include providing technical support for a large department of 13 teachers and 8 labs.
Some experience of science and practical work is preferable, but training will be given. Work includes setting up practical work, general maintenance of equipment, making solutions, record keeping and sometimes working with students.
Good organisational and communication skills are essential together with a willingness to be flexible and a team-member.
Closing Date: Wednesday 8th July 2020
Interview Date: w/c 13th July 2020
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so please submit your application form at your earliest convenience.
Candidates must complete the School Application Form, which can be accessed on our website www.hendonschool.co.uk or via TES www.tes.com.
Completed application forms should be returned to vacancies@hendonschool.co.uk.
Please Note: CVs will not be considered.
All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure check.
We can only accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK.
SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNICIAN JOB DESCRIPTION
Support Staff Application Form
Hendon School is an ambitious 'Outstanding' School and can offer:
• Excellent resources
• Excellent support and professional development opportunities
• Hendon School has recently been identified as one of the top 100 non- selective state funded schools in the country. Students not only achieve outstanding exam results but experience an exceptional community programme.
Many students have won local and national awards for their achievements and contributions to society.
Hendon School is a family – albeit a very large and diverse family – and we celebrate that. We are stronger because of our differences and because of the way that we work together.
At Hendon School we work in partnership with parents, the local community and other schools, both in England and with our partner schools in South Africa, Japan and Nepal. We are part of the Compton Teaching Alliance with whom we work to provide high quality training opportunities for new teachers and established staff and are members of PiXL and SSAT Leading Edge.
Recently we were honoured to be invited to join the Mayors Gold Club, which allows us to share good practice with other London schools. We work closely with our local feeder primary schools, both as part of our high involvement transition programme and also to enrich and inspire younger students.
We are passionate about education and about working with our young people to give them the best opportunities and to help them to be ready for the next stage of their life. We take good care of them and work with them to unlock their potential.
We value;
- Each person equally as an individual who is entitled to be treated with respect at all times.
- The particular abilities, needs and hopes of all our School.
- The social, ethnic and religious diversity of our School.
PLEASE NOTE: We do not accept CV's and we can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Teaching Vacancies
Support Vacancies
Additional application information
Please do not send CV's - much as we welcome your interest, safeguarding regulations require that all appointments must be made through a standard application process using a common format therefore we cannot consider CV’s.
Hendon School is fully committed to the protection and welfare of our students. Those who work for us are expected to share this commitment, which will be fully tested as part of the selection process. Our policies, procedures and practices reflect our commitment to equality and diversity.
Individuals will be selected for appointment based purely on their suitability for the post.
Disclosure
Employees at Hendon School are classified as having substantial access to children and all appointments, including volunteers, are subject to an enhanced police check of previous criminal convictions (DBS).
Applicants are required, to disclose any conviction, caution or binding over including ‘spent convictions’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 on their application forms.
Failure to disclose this information may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar individuals from employment – this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.
Shortlisting
Candidates meeting the criteria will be taken forward to the next stage of the process. For all vacancies applications are only accepted if submitted electronically.
References are requested once the shortlisted candidates have been contacted regarding interview and with the permission of the candidate to contact their current employer.
No employee can commence employment at Hendon School unless we are in receipt of two satisfactory references, if necessary, employers may be contacted to gather further information.
Interview
During the interview process candidates may be asked about any gaps or discrepancies in their application form.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Probation
All Support Staff undergo a 20 week assessment period.
