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Would you like to join a friendly and welcoming team of dedicated staff located in The Friendliest Port?
Casual Contract
Band 3: £13.26 per hour
We are looking to recruit exam invigilators for our forthcoming exam periods. These appointments are offered on a casual basis. Successful candidates will join a bank of exam invigilators and the hours will be flexible.
This role is essential to the smooth running of the examination process. In addition to ensuring correct exam procedures are followed, the successful applicants will be responsible for:
– setting out and collecting exam papers and materials
– admitting students to the exam hall/room
– invigilating during the exams
– and collating the exam papers to be sent off to the exam boards.
Occasionally invigilators may be called upon to read or scribe for individual students.
Invigilation is usually divided into morning and afternoon sessions. Morning sessions start at 8.30am and run for up to 3 hours. The afternoon sessions start at 1.00pm and likewise may run until 4pm. We are willing to consider applications from candidates who are able to work either or both sessions.
Full training will be given to successful applicants.
Further details about the vacancy can be obtained by emailing Lisa Hobden, Exams Officer at lhobden01@jcsc.co.uk.
We are committed to equal opportunities as well as safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. It is essential that all staff and volunteers share this commitment. You can view our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy online. An enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required for all posts.
Interested in applying?
Interested in applying? Completed forms must be emailed to Linda Gordon, Business Support Officer at lgordon01@jcsc.co.uk.
Applications for this role will be considered at any time. However the closing date for the next round of interviews is midday on Thursday 2 October 2025.
Job Description and Person Specification-SG8-Exams-Invigilator
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8 hours per week, term time plus 10 days
Fixed term to: 31.08.2026
Band 5: £5,302
We are looking to appoint a dedicated and caring Pastoral Support Officer (PSO) to join our existing team as soon as possible.
Our PSOs provide highly valued support, addressing the needs of students who require help overcoming barriers to learning in order to achieve their full potential. The role is predominantly education based but also has a wider remit, including working with families and other agencies to promote engagement and intervention at the earliest opportunity.
Duties include:
• Acting as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead and ensuring safeguarding is rigorous and meticulous.
• Carrying out ‘on call’ duties to assist colleagues with behaviour management.
• Providing differentiated levels of support to pupils with behavioural issues, including those with special needs.
The postholder must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish productive relationships with pupils, families and other professionals.
You will:
• have a calm and positive approach.
• be able to sensitively understand the needs of children and their families.
• have the ability to use initiative and apply effective problem solving skills.
• be able to work independently with individuals, small groups or a whole class as needed.
This is an exciting time to join a dedicated staff team in our Ofsted rated GOOD school. You will play an integral part in working towards our whole school priorities:
• to raise attainment of all students, including disadvantaged students, in all year groups.
• to promote and enhance the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all members of our community.
In return, the role offers a friendly and supportive working environment with excellent opportunities for training and development.
If you are interested in a career in student welfare, behaviour and/or wellbeing, then we’d like to hear from you.
Further details about the vacancy can be obtained by emailing jrobinson03@jcsc.co.uk, Head of Behaviour and Attitudes.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. It is essential that all staff and volunteers share this commitment. You can view our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy online. An enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required for all posts.
Interested in applying?
Interested in applying? Completed forms must be emailed to Linda Gordon, Business Support Officer at lgordon01@jcsc.co.uk.
The closing date for applications is noon on Thursday 25th September 2025. Interviews will take place during week beginning 29th September 2025.
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10 hours per week (term time plus 4 days)
Permanent Contract
Band 1: £12.65 per hour
To start as soon as possible, we require a General Catering Assistant to join our busy kitchen.
The successful candidate will:
· be able to work independently or as part of a team
· be flexible to work as directed
· be committed to providing a quality service
Main duties include:
· serving meals and refreshments
· clearing the dining area and other service points after meal service
· general kitchen duties, including washing up and cleaning of equipment, cupboards and surfaces.
No specific knowledge and experience are required. If not already possessed, you will be supported to obtain the necessary Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Further details about the school and vacancy can be obtained from www.jcsc.co.uk or by emailing Denise Embleton, Catering Manager at dembleton01@jcsc.co.uk.
We are committed to equal opportunities as well as safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. It is essential that all staff and volunteers share this commitment. You can view our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy online. An enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required for all posts
Interested in applying?
Interested in applying? Completed forms must be emailed to Linda Gordon, Business Support Officer at lgordon01@jcsc.co.uk.
The closing date for applications is noon on Thursday 18th September 2025. Interviews will take place during week beginning 22nd September 2025.
Job Description and Person Specification – SG55 General Catering Assistant
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Permanent Contract, 37 hours per week, term time plus 5 days
Band 4: £22,781 – £24,282 per annum
We are looking to appoint a professional and enthusiastic Attendance Officer to support children whose education is at risk due to attendance related issues. The postholder will take particular note of attendance issues with vulnerable groups especially Looked After Children, SEN, FSM/PP, EAL and take appropriate action as necessary. They will assess need, implement effective action and evaluate outcomes against agreed objectives. The successful applicant will join a strong pastoral team who are committed to supporting the teaching staff to ensure that pupils at James Calvert Spence College have the best educational “experience” possible.
The successful candidate must be:
– committed to making a positive difference to the lives of pupils
– resilient with a strong personal drive
– passionate about securing the most productive learning opportunities for those in school
– values driven, to ‘be kind, work hard, aim high’.
We will offer you:
– excellent opportunities for training and development
– a dedicated, highly skilled and committed staff, upholding high expectations and aspirations for all of our pupils
– a strong sense of community and a warm, welcoming workplace
– frequent opportunities to collaborate with teachers and support staff to develop and share best practice. If you are a dynamic individual who enjoys a challenge and possesses excellent communication skills, this vital role in our school could be the ideal opportunity for you.
Further details about the vacancy can be requested by emailing Linda Gordon, Business Support Officer at lgordon01@jcsc.co.uk.
We are committed to equal opportunities as well as safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. It is essential that all staff and volunteers share this commitment. You can view our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy online. An enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required for all posts.
Interested in applying?
Interested in applying? Completed forms must be emailed to Linda Gordon, Business Support Officer at lgordon01@jcsc.co.uk.
The closing date for applications is noon on Thursday 18th September 2025. Interviews will take place during week beginning 22nd September 2025.
Job Description and Person Specification – SG63 Attendance Officer
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