PRE-SCHOOL LEADER PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Essential Desirable Minimum of a current Level 3 Childcare qualification (BTEC, CACHE DIPLOMA, EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR or equivalent) English and mathematics GCSE Grades C or above, or equivalent X X BA (Hons) Degree relevant to industry with EYPS / QTS / EYT status Paediatric First Aid and food hygiene qualification X X Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable Experience in a leadership or supervisory role within an early years setting Strong understanding of child development and early years pedagogy A thorough understanding and knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Every Child Matters Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and health & safety regulations X X X X Experience of supporting children with SEND X Skills/Abilities Essential Desirable Professional manner and ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to work within a team, but also under own direction A personal/subject specialism to enrich our children’s experiences Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate activities that support children’s learning and development Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with Parents/Guardians Strong organisational and time management skills Have a create and innovative approach to early years education X X X X X X X
GROUNDS & GARDEN APPRENTICE PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Essential Desirable Good standard of education, particularly GCSEs in Math’s and English X Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable An understanding of health and safety management, including risk assessments to ensure all activities are carried out in a safe way X Skills/Abilities Good numeracy and literacy skills Good communication skills Ability to understand and follow instructions Ability to work as part of a team and support colleagues Ability to maintain confidentiality where necessary Able to be flexible in work activities, location and hours of work Personable and comfortable in dealing with people including tenants, tradespeople, visitors and other colleagues Be conscientious and diligent and show attention to detail Ability to work on own initiative and be a self-starter Ability to work to deadlines Flexible approach to dealing with and adapting to change Committed to providing excellent customer service Ability to respect confidentiality and recognise the importance of data protection Passionate about beginning a career in the education sector Essential Desirable X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
MAINTENANCE APPRENTICE PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Essential Desirable Good standard of education, particularly GCSEs in Math’s and English X Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable An understanding of health and safety management, including risk assessments to ensure all activities are carried out in a safe way X Skills/Abilities Good numeracy and literacy skills Good communication skills Ability to understand and follow instructions Ability to work as part of a team and support colleagues Ability to maintain confidentiality where necessary Able to be flexible in work activities, location and hours of work Personable and comfortable in dealing with people including tenants, tradespeople, visitors and other colleagues Be conscientious and diligent and show attention to detail Ability to work on own initiative and be a self-starter Ability to work to deadlines Flexible approach to dealing with and adapting to change Committed to providing excellent customer service Ability to respect confidentiality and recognise the importance of data protection Passionate about beginning a career in the education sector Essential Desirable X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
CHEF DE PARTIE JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: CHEF DE PARTIE Responsible to: Chef Manager/Senior Chef de Partie Role Purpose: The main purposes of the role of the Chef de Partie is: • To ensure the Sedbergh School Hub kitchen contributes to pupil wellness as well as the School’s reputation by delivering consistently high standard food and customer service from a Hub kitchen cooking for two dining rooms. • To supervise catering staff and junior chefs on duty in the absence of Sous Chefs and Managers with the key aim of maintaining high standards of motivation and morale while embracing the ethos of the School’s policies and core competencies. Duties: The duties of the Chef de Partie will be wide and varied and it is not intended to cover every possible aspect of the job here. However, it is anticipated that the main areas of responsibility will be as follows: • To prepare, assemble, cook all menu dishes in a Hub kitchen operation serving one satellite dining room (two in total). • Maintain a consistent menu offer for both dining rooms. • Provide the highest quality food service to pupils, staff, parents and guests in line with the schools standing. • To embrace the Sedbergh School ethos and be prepared to go beyond the call of duty on a regular basis. • To both assist and supervise the general cleaning of the kitchen, maintaining high standards of hygiene. • Assist the Chef Manager and Sous Chef with product ordering and be flexible when planning out rotas. Safeguarding: • Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The role holder will always be expected to support this approach in the context of their role and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Safeguarding policies and procedures. Chef de Partie 2024 • If while carrying out their duties, they become aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school s/he must report any concerns to the school’s DSL officer or to the Headmaster. • Attend annual in-service training provided by the School. • Staff with line management responsibility are also expected to actively promote safeguarding awareness and knowledge in their teams and lead by example. Health & Safety and Food Hygiene: • Ensure compliance with all food hygiene and H&S regulations including the Allergen Policy and the training of staff. Maintain accurate HACCP records in kitchen diary including transport logs for satellite dining room food. • Conduct self and team with high standards of food hygiene and maintain a clean, tidy and organized kitchen. • Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by what you do or fail to do. • When loading and unloading hot boxes or other equipment, adhere to safe work procedures and good manual handling practises to minimise any incidents. Train team members in the same. • Ensure the kitchen equipment is in working order; report any maintenance issues. • Report any HSE hazards, accidents, incidents, illnesses and diseases to the Catering Manager or Helpdesk. Delivery of Food Service & Customer Satisfaction: • Lead the delivery and production of meals for pupils and staff in two dining rooms; lunch and dinner offering as well as break and snack items to a high standard. • Follow the approved menu for both dining rooms that meets quality and nutritional standards. • Provide for any special dietary requirements or allergies with tasty and creative alternative meals that are also nutritious. • To deal with any requests from pupils, staff, guests and parents promptly and politely. • Always maintain positive client relationships and build partnerships with residential and pastoral staff. • Project a professional image and be positive and friendly with pupils and clients. Be prepared to be in the spotlight, up front on the servery and proud of the food you and your team have produced. • Produce prep and production lists, when needed, that are clear and easy to read, and brief junior staff on jobs to be completed. Budgets & Targets: • Effective use of food product to recipe and spec standards for menu items. Productive use of time in kitchen with effective prep and production lists. • Use Cherry Pi when needed within spend guidelines. • Train serving staff on dish specification and portion control methods. • Contribute to the streamlining of production methods. Make best use of Rational cooking programs that provide a benefit of time saved or increased of product quality. • Note consumption patterns and recommend adjustments to food orders with Sous Chef and Managers. • Stock rotation is followed, and all storerooms and freezers are in order and all relevant staff are trained in FIFO. • Stock takes are completed with accuracy and in a timely manner. • Be results driven on EHO audits, employee retention and morale, HSE, Food Forums and other targets set by senior leadership. Chef de Partie 2024 Team Management & Leadership: Lead by example with consistently above standard food quality, presentation and productivity. • Attend shift briefings with Sous Chefs and pass on information as needed. • • Be encouraging and positive with team members. • Take an active role in recognizing outstanding colleague performance. • Be cheerful and resilient under adversity. Other: • Ensure work, communication and approach conforms to the ethos, values, and style of the school. Keep up to date, and comply with the Sedbergh School’s Rules, Policies and Procedures always. • To attend meetings and training courses as required. • To prepare and produce all requirements for special school functions and evening events which may sometimes be outside normal working hours. • Any other expected duties as requested or required to meet the needs of the school. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672 Chef de Partie 2024
SENIOR CHEF DE PARTIE PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Full Driving Licence Level 2 or 3 attainment in Cookery Level 2 or above in Food Hygiene Essential Desirable X X X Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable 3-6 years chef experience in commercial kitchen establishments including volume banqueting and restaurants 2-3 years kitchen supervisory experience Experience leading small teams of chefs and kitchen staff in a variety of settings including banqueting and offsite catering Bring knowledge and experience to improve production methods for the team All round experience in all kitchen sections & a wide variety of cuisines – continental, French, Asian, tex mex etc X X X X X Skills/Abilities Essential Desirable Good coach. Able to inspire others to high standards Show top food skills to team members and customers Cheerful and positive person especially when the pressure is on Be flexible with work schedule and demands of the business Enjoy being busy and being very productive with food prep Promote positive client relationships X X X X X X
NURSERY PRACTITIONER (THE MULBERRY BUSH, CASTERTON) JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: NURSERY PRACTITIONER Responsible to: Deputy Manager Main Purpose: As a Nursery Practitioner, you will be responsible for the care, learning and development of children ages 0- 3 years, ensuring they receive the highest standard of early years education. You will work as part of a dedicated team, building strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues to create a nurturing and engaging environment. They will achieve this through: • Including play and learning opportunities for children to enjoy and develop their skills in the seven Areas of Learning and Development; • Developing within children the characteristics of effective learners; • Treating each child as an individual and working to ensure their needs are met; • Regularly communicating and working in partnership with Parents/Guardians; • Working to all the Nursery Policies, including Keeping Children Safe in Education, Equal Opportunities, Data Protection and Confidentiality. The Nursery Practitioner will also ensure that Every Child Matters and the themes of the Early Years Foundation Stage are embedded within their own practice, and ensure that their own practice promotes the following characteristics of effective learning: Playing and Exploring - Engagement – Hands: • Finding out and exploring; • Playing with what they know; • Being willing to ‘have a go’. Active Learning - Motivation – Heart: • Being involve and concentrating; • Keeping trying; • Enjoying achieving what they set out to do. Creating and Thinking Critically - Thinking – Head: • Having their own ideas; • Making links; • Choosing ways to do things. Roles and Responsibilities: Childcare To fully support the Nursery Management team in the day to day running of the Nursery by promoting a safe, healthy, stimulating, child-centred environment both indoor and outdoor. • To be allocated named children for you to act as their Key Person. Overseeing for each child their care records, which will include daily record sheets, learning journeys, observations, key assessments, and reporting and communicating this information to parents; • To ensure your Key Children are being provided a range of learning opportunities at the appropriate level, to enable them to achieve within the Early Years Foundation Stage. To undertake quality observations and assessments on your Key Children or children within your care, as allocated by your Group/Room Leader. To report back these finding to your Group/Room Leader with ideas of ‘Next Steps’ for future planning, and to be involved in planning these activities for your group of children; • To provide a happy, secure and stimulating environment which ensures that every child has the opportunity to flourish and celebrate achievements. The Nursery Practitioner will achieve this by giving praise, showcasing and displaying children’s work in an attractive way; • To report any concerns about any children to the Group/Room Leader and SENCO; • To promote the inclusion of children with special educational and additional needs; • To ensure that children are given the opportunity to talk about and share their own family customs and traditions and develop an awareness of other cultural beliefs and differences; • To offer all children equal opportunities with regard to their gender, disabilities, religious persuasion, racial origins, cultural or linguistic background; in particular, to challenge situations where racism or discrimination is displayed; • To ensure that appropriate paperwork is completed in a timely manner; • To ensure that care routines are in accordance with Parents’/Guardians’ wishes, and are adhered to for their child; • To ensure that you offer a good and regular opportunity for Parents/Guardians to communicate with you; • To ensure the correct procedures are followed to identify every adult entering the premises; • To ensure that every child is collected by someone known to the nursery and, if not, to follow the correct procedure to ensure the safety of the children. Professional and Organisational • To adopt a professional approach in all aspects of this role, including adhering to and actively using and promoting Nursery Policies and Procedures; • To promote positive attitudes towards the Nursery, promoting teamwork and a high morale amongst staff; • To report any safeguarding concerns (children or staff) to the Designated Safeguarding Lead; • To ensure that all forms of confidentiality are maintained, both inside and outside of the Nursery; • To support the Group/Room Leader in ensuring that the staff/child ratios are correct at all times; • To ensure appropriate cover is in place before you to leave your group of children; • To ensure that the developmental checks and tracking for the children’s progress are carried out at the required time; • To ensure that development records are prepared and made available to Parents/Guardians, and to be available to answer any queries or concerns; • To attend and contribute to regular staff meetings, including whole Nursery meetings and team meetings, during and outside of your normal working hours; • To assist the Nursery Management Team in organising and supporting Nursery events held outside of your normal working hours; • To attend Parents’ Evenings and Nursery events, outside of nursery working hours; • To be punctual and ready to start work at the allocated time; • To adhere to the dress code of the Nursery; • To maintain a high level of day-to-day hygiene within the Nursery rooms, including domestic and laundry duties; • To ensure the manners and behaviour of all children and staff, including yourself, do not have an unwanted effect on the general health, safety, and welfare of people attending the Nursery; • To work as part of a team and promote a healthy team spirit and provide a good role model for Nursery Assistants and Students, in addition to helping new staff to fit into the Nursery; • To be involved in recording accidents and incidents, to be aware of the risk assessments for the building and to ensure these are used when accessing the indoor and outdoor environments, as well as for any trips and visits. To support the Management Team in monitoring these assessments and the impact on your environment; • To supervise meals and mealtimes and where appropriate, prepare babies’ feeds. You may be required on occasion to prepare the children’s meals and snacks; • To undertake regular CPD (continuing professional development) training appropriate to furthering your own potential, or to develop and undergo training required by the Management team which will meet the needs and requirements of the Nursery; • To ensure that the observations, assessments and paperwork have been carried out and completed for your new starting Key Children; • To ensure that all resources within your responsibility are replenished, clean and tidy at the end of every day and ready for the following day; • To proactive in assessing where in the Nursery your help can be most utilised, remaining constantly aware of the needs of the children; • Any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by the Management team. Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
MAINTENANCE APPRENTICE JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: MAINTENANCE APPRENTICE Responsible to: Clerk of Works Key Duties & Responsibilities Key responsibilities will include: • To achieve good timekeeping in attending work and college. • Carry out relevant trade duties on responsive and planned works as requested to School specifications and standards. • Repairs and restoration work on school properties. • To work in accordance with the information, instruction and training given safely and efficiently and to inform the line manager of any potential safety hazards not adequately controlled. • Complete relevant documentation to the satisfaction of your line manager. • Use authorised plant, tools and equipment provided with due care and attention and as supervised. • Work as part of a team. • Work flexibly across the repairs and maintenance service. • Build and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, customers and managers to ensure the effectiveness of the repairs and maintenance service. • Take part in the apprentice review process and complete any training required and be capable of working independently in the final year of the apprenticeship. • Undertake health and safety and other training as required. Health and Safety Safely load, transport and unload materials and equipment as directed. • • Adhere to risk assessments and method statements relating to own area of work and to work in safe manner taking account your own and other people’s health and wellbeing. • Adhere to Health and Safety policy and procedures including the wearing of personal protective equipment when necessary. • Ensure that routine housekeeping of the work areas around the school, the workshops and vehicles; keeping them tidy, safe and legal. • Ensure the safe upkeep of tools and equipment, including the maintenance of any relevant records. • Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with the requirements of Health and Safety and other relevant legislation. 1 • Ensure that Risk Assessments are undertaken, documented and reviewed for Painting and Decorating activities including routine and one-off jobs. • Ensure the safe storage and monitoring of any COSHH items. Miscellaneous • To assist the Clerk of Works with delegated work as required. • To use school IT systems including the Maintenance Helpdesk to manage jobs. • To assist colleagues as necessary during busy periods. • Attend relevant staff meetings, other meetings, and training and development as required by the post. • Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to safeguarding (child protection), health safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person. • Contribute to the ethos of the school. • Your duties may vary from time to time within the broad remit of your role and grade. You are required to undertake any such reasonable and appropriate duties. Health & Safety The Maintenance Apprentice must be fully conversant with the School’s Health & Safety Policy and report any breaches of the policy to their Line Manager. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672 2
SENIOR CHEF DE PARTIE JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: SENIOR CHEF DE PARTIE Responsible to: Chef Manager/Sous Chef Role Purpose: The main purposes of the role of the Senior Chef de Partie is: • To ensure the Sedbergh School Hub kitchen contributes to pupil wellness as well as the school reputation by delivering consistently high standard food and customer service from a Hub kitchen cooking for two dining rooms. • To assist with managing the full Catering team, with the key aim of maintaining high standards of motivation and morale while embracing the ethos of the School’s policies and core competencies. Duties: The duties of the Senior Chef de Partie will be wide and varied, and it is not intended to cover every possible aspect of the job here. However, it is anticipated that the main areas of responsibility will be as follows: • To assist with the leadership and management of the preparation and cooking of all menu dishes in a Hub kitchen operation serving one satellite dining room (two in total). • Maintain a consistent menu offer for both dining rooms. • Provide the highest quality food service to pupils, staff, parents and guests in line with the schools standing. • To embrace the Sedbergh School ethos and be prepared to go beyond the call of duty on a regular basis. • To both assist and supervise the general cleaning of the kitchen, maintaining high standards of hygiene. • To ensure that Catering staff are well motivated, trained and recognized for their contribution. • Assist the Sous Chef and Chef Manager with product ordering and be flexible when planning out rotas. Safeguarding: • Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The role holder will always be expected to support this approach in the context of their role and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Safeguarding policies and procedures. If while carrying out their duties, they become aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school s/he must report any concerns to the school’s DSL officer or to the Headmaster. • Sous Chef 2025 • Attend annual in-service training provided by the School. • Staff with line management responsibility are also expected to actively promote safeguarding awareness and knowledge in their teams and lead by example. Health & Safety and Food Hygiene: • Ensure compliance with all food hygiene and H&S regulations including the Allergen Policy and the training of staff. Maintain accurate HACCP records in kitchen diary including transport logs for satellite dining room food. • Conduct self and team with high standards of food hygiene and maintain a clean, tidy and organized kitchen. • Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by what you do or fail to do. • When loading and unloading hot boxes or other equipment, adhere to safe work procedures and good manual handling practises to minimise any incidents. Train team members in the same. • Ensure the kitchen equipment is in working order; report any maintenance issues. • Report any HSE hazards, accidents, incidents, illnesses and diseases to the Catering Manager or Helpdesk. Delivery of Food Service & Customer Satisfaction: • Assist staff and Sous Chef with the delivery and production of meals for pupils and staff in two dining rooms; lunch and dinner offering as well as break and snack items to a high standard. • Follow the approved menu for both dining rooms that meets quality and nutritional standards. • Attend food forums and provide feedback on effectiveness on menu to Chef Manager and Catering Manager. • Provide for any special dietary requirements or allergies with tasty and creative alternative meals that are also nutritious. • To deal with any requests from pupils, staff, guests and parents promptly and politely. • Always maintain positive client relationships and build partnerships with residential and pastoral staff. • Project a professional image and be positive and friendly with pupils and clients. Be prepared to be in the spotlight, up front on the servery and proud of the food you and your team have produced. • Ensure that cooking plans, prep or production lists are made up and giving briefings on them to duty chefs and staff. Budgets & Targets: • Assist team leader with effective budget and food purchase management to ensure we remain on target by week, month and term. • Utilise purchase software Cherry Pi and Piranha recipe file for costings on events and core feeding menu cycles. • Assist with training of staff on dish specification and portion control methods. • Make suggestions for improving work processes (food production) to maximize use of time by Chefs on duty. Make best use of Rational cooking programs that provide a benefit of time saved or increased of product quality. • Note consumption patterns and recommend adjustments to food orders with Sous Chef or Chef Manager. • Stock takes are completed with accuracy and in a timely manner. • Be results driven on EHO audits, employee retention and morale, HSE, Food Forums and other targets set by senior leadership. • Follow food prep and cooking plan list and ensure timelines are being met. Sous Chef 2025 Team Management & Leadership: • Attend shift briefings with Chef Manager or Sous Chef and pass on information as needed. • In the absence of the Sous Chef supervise the day-to-day performance of staff, in line with standard operating procedures and departmental standards. • Take an active role in recognizing outstanding colleague performance. • Lead by example and be resilient under adversity. Other: • Ensure work, communication and approach conforms to the ethos, values, and style of the school. Keep up to date, and comply with the Sedbergh School’s Rules, Policies and Procedures. • To attend meetings and training courses as required. • To prepare and produce all requirements for special school functions and evening events which may sometimes be outside normal working hours. • Any other expected duties as requested or required to meet the needs of the school. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672 Sous Chef 2025
CLEANING ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: CLEANING ASSISTANT Responsible to: Cleaning Manager Main Purpose: Cleaning school buildings Roles and Responsibilities: The role of the Cleaning Assistant is to clean and maintain tidiness in all designated areas, as allocated by the Cleaning Supervisor, including periodic deep cleaning as specified. The purpose of this job description is to indicate the general level of responsibility. The duties of the Cleaning Assistant will be varied and this job description is not intended to cover every area of responsibility. It is anticipated that the scope of the work may vary from time to time, but it will include the following. Duties 1. Cleaning Carry out all cleaning within allocated areas as directed by the Cleaning Supervisor. • • Within allocated areas, clean all furniture, fittings, equipment and carpeting with appropriate cleaning products and in accordance with COSHH Regulations. If requested to do so by the Cleaning Supervisor, cover other housekeeping duties within the place of work. Ensure that all cleaning equipment is kept clean and in working order. Ensure that the stock of cleaning materials is maintained. Ensure that in-house laundry is washed and dried, and that all laundry is returned to its designated area in a timely manner. Be prepared to undertake deep cleaning duties as and when requested to do so. • • • • • 2. Health & Safety • • • Adhere to COSHH Regulations in all areas of work within the School. Comply with legislation and follow rules and regulations laid down in the School’s Hygiene, Health & Safety Policy. Attend any training that is offered by the School in relation to health & safety, relevant legislation and relevant School policies. • Wear safety shoes (if supplied) at all times whilst at work. • Report any potential hazards in the work area to the Cleaning Supervisor. • Ensure that all equipment and materials are locked in the cleaning cupboard when not in use, so that there is no chemical or mechanical hazard to pupils, and return the cupboard key to the appropriate location after use. 3. Maintenance • Immediately report any faults, breakages and potentially unsafe equipment or furniture to the Cleaning Supervisor. 4. Mobility • Be willing to work at a different location if requested to do so, in order to ensure that the staffing needs of the School are met. 5. General • Be willing to carry out any reasonable duties as and when requested to do so by Cleaning Supervisor. • Maintain a professional image by being polite, helpful and courteous at all times. • Wear any uniform that may be provided by the School, to maintain tidy and clean appearance at all times. Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
TEACHER OF DT (PT 0.5) PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Essential Desirable Educated to Degree level or equivalent A range of teaching experience to include GCSE and A Level QTS Qualification Experience/Knowledge X X X Essential Desirable Ability to teach further Design Technology X Experience of a full-boarding environment Experience of CAD and CAM Knowledge of Jewellery and Silversmithing X X X Skills/Abilities Essential Desirable Excellent management, administrative and organisational skills Clear and effective communication skills Resilience to the demands of a busy boarding School Familiarity with Boarding education Interest in a range of academic and non-academic activities beyond Design Technology Ability to coach one of the school’s main sports (Rugby, Cricket, Hockey and Netball) to a high standard X X X X X X
CLEANER PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment None required Experience/Knowledge Previous cleaning experience Skills/Abilities Attention to detail Ability to work alone and as part of a team Previous work in a school setting Essential Desirable Essential Desirable x Essential Desirable x x x
GROUNDS AND GARDEN APPRENTICE JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: GROUNDS AND GARDEN APPRENTICE Responsible to: Grounds Manager Purpose The gardening team of Sedbergh School provide pupils, staff and visitors to the School with gardens commensurate with the School’s long standing position as a leading Independent School. There may be occasions when out of normal hours working will be required, i.e. special school events. Time can be taken off in lieu in consultation with the Grounds Manager. In periods of adverse weather conditions, when outside working is not possible, the candidate may be required to assist the Clerk of Works with internal maintenance tasks. Duties Tasks will vary on a daily basis as determined by the Assistant Grounds Manager or Head Gardener and will include: • Soil cultivation, digging, forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation and planting. Lawn maintenance and cultivation. • • The use and maintenance of hand tools and basic light machinery and plant. • The use of cylinder and rotary mowers, strimmers, leaf blowers. • Adjustment of mower height and quality of cut, etc. Oil level checks and checks for damage to any mower. • To respond to emergencies and assist other departments i.e. Sports, Maintenance, as directed by the Grounds Manager, Assistant Grounds Manager, Head Gardener or Bursar (Operations). • To be aware of Health and Safety requirements noting that all duties must be carried out to comply with current Health & Safety at Work legislation. • To ensure all equipment, machinery and buildings are secure. • To keep the mess rooms, tool sheds clean and tidy. • To be aware of and report any security risks posed within the school. • To undergo training as required. • To keep gardens, thoroughfares and highway footpaths clear and free from litter always. • To carry out gritting, salt spreading, snow clearing. • To complete leaf collection. • To assist with chainsaw work. All training will be given, and an appropriate college course will be supplied Reporting The Grounds and Garden Apprentice will from part of the Ground Staff Team under the direction of the Grounds Manager, Assistant Grounds Manager and Head Gardener. Ultimate responsibility will be to the Bursar (Operations). All staff are expected to work across both sites (Sedbergh & Casterton). Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
PRE-SCHOOL LEADER (THE MULBERRY BUSH, CASTERTON) JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: PRE-SCHOOL LEADER Responsible to: Nursery Director Main Purpose: As the Pre-School Room Leader, you will lead the 3-4-year-old room, ensuring a safe, engaging, and enriching environment where children can develop socially, emotionally, and academically. Working closely with the wider school team, you will support children’s transition into formal education, fostering their curiosity and independence through a play-based and structured curriculum. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the pre-school room, providing high-quality care and education for children aged 3-4. • Plan, implement, and evaluate engaging learning activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. • Foster a positive and inclusive environment that supports children’s development and well-being. • Work collaboratively with the prep school to ensure a smooth transition to Reception. • Observe, assess, and track children’s progress, maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with parents and carers. • Supervise and mentor a team of early years practitioners, ensuring high standards of practice. • Ensure safeguarding, health, and safety policies are strictly followed. • Build strong relationships with families, providing regular updates and support. • Promote the values and ethos of the prep school in all aspects of teaching and care. • To ensure all the Nursery Policies, including Keeping Children Safe in Education, Equal Opportunities, Data Protection and Confidentiality, are maintained. To ensure that Every Child Matters and the themes of the Early Years Foundation Stage are reflected in your area of responsibility and that it is consistently within your own practice and that of the Nursery Practitioners. You must promote and support others, to embed within their practice, the seven areas of learning and development: Language and communication • Physical development • • Personal, Social and Emotional Development • Literacy • Mathematics • Understanding the World • Expressive Arts and Design Roles and Responsibilities: To fully support the Nursery Management team in the day to day running of the Nursery by promoting a safe, healthy, stimulating, child-centred environment both indoor and outdoor. • To have responsibility for Pre-School children's activities and resources and the daily direction of another Nursery Practitioner. • To allocate Key Workers for Pre-School children. For those allocated to you, to oversee their care records, (including daily record sheets, learning journals, observations, key assessments, and reporting and communicating this information to parents). • To provide support to colleagues to ensure all children are being provided a range of stimulating learning opportunities at the appropriate level to enable them to achieve their full potential within the Early Years Foundations Stage and beyond. • To support colleagues in completing observations and assessments on children within your care and area of responsibility. • To ensure new starters have completed correct assessments and paperwork. • To act as a Named Co-ordinator relevant to your skills or training as designated by the Nursery Manager or Deputy and support other colleagues in this area. • To ensure your key children are being provided a range of learning opportunities at the appropriate level to enable them to achieve within the Early Years Foundation Stage and beyond. • To provide a happy, secure and stimulating environment that ensures every child has the opportunity to flourish, celebrating all achievements of the child, by showcasing and displaying children’s work in an attractive way. • To complete quality observations and assessments on your key children or within your care. Report back these findings to your group with ideas for future planning to support development of the individual child. • To report any concerns about any children to the SENCO. • To promote inclusion of children with special educational and additional needs. • To offer all children equal opportunities with regard to their gender, disabilities, religious persuasion, racial origins, cultural or linguistic background; in particular, challenge situations where racism or discrimination is displayed. To ensure that children are given awareness of other cultural beliefs and differences. • To ensure that appropriate paperwork is completed in a timely manner. • To ensure that care routines in accordance with parents'/guardians' wishes are adhered to for their child. • To ensure that you and your team offer a good and regular opportunity for parents/guardians to communicate with the key worker or other nursery colleagues. • To ensure the correct procedures are followed to identify any adult entering the premises. • To ensure that every child is collected by someone known to the nursery and if not follow the correct procedure to ensure the safety of the children. Professional and Organisational • To foster a healthy team spirit by supporting the Management team in supervising Nursery Practitioners, Assistants and Students by carrying out supervisory meetings where appropriate under the guidance of the Manager or Deputy Manager. • To liaise with the Nursery management team in organising relevant staffing, effective mentoring of junior colleagues, effective delegation and communication and promoting positive attitudes regarding The Mulberry Bush. • Report any safeguarding concerns (children or colleagues) to management. • To assist with colleagues' inductions and help new colleagues to settle into the Nursery. • To adopt a professional approach in all aspects of this role, including actively using and adhering too and promoting Nursery Policies and Procedures. • To ensure that all the staff child ratios are correct at all times and to organise appropriate cover when necessary. • To attend and contribute to regular Nursery meetings, including whole Nursery meetings and team meetings, during and outside of your normal working hours. • To assist the Nursery management team in organising and supporting Nursery Events held outside of your normal working hours. • To attend Parent’s Evenings and Nursery Events, outside of nursery working hours. • To be punctual and ready to start work at the allocated time. • To adhere to the dress code of the Nursery. • To monitor and maintain the day-to-day hygiene of the rooms. Undertake regular housekeeping audits and report them back to the Nursery management. • To supervise meals and mealtimes and where appropriate. You may be required on occasion to prepare the children’s meals and snacks. • To undertake regular CPD (continuing professional development) training appropriate to furthering your own potential, develop and undergo training required by the management team which will meet the needs and requirements of the Nursery. • To promote and market the transition of children into the Prep School's reception class. • Any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by the Management team. Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
TEACHER OF DESIGN TECHNOLOGY (0.5) JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: TEACHER OF DT (PART-TIME 0.5) Responsible to: Head of DT Main Purpose: To teach Design Technology throughout the Senior School Roles and Responsibilities: The successful applicant will be expected to teach in the Design Technology Department throughout the whole school, from Year 9 up to A-level. A specialism in Jewellery and Silversmithing would be welcome but is by no means essential. Exact allocations depend upon the skills and strengths of the applicant; however, the following roles are expected. • To fulfil the general roles and responsibilities of a teacher at Sedbergh School • To promote safe working practice in the Department to the pupils by example • To teach at all levels in the Design Technology Department • To assist with the delivery of CAD and CAM to all pupils • To assist and advise the HoD as appropriate in the evolution of the Design Department’s facilities and schemes of work • To assist in maintaining Departmental documentation and records as required • To run workshops outside of class times, including weekend sessions by rota • To assist with promoting the Department and the School when requested • To teach high quality, inspirational lessons that enable and encourage all pupils to fulfil their potential. • To support pupils by offering extra help to those who need it. • To ensure pupils receive regular feedback through verbal and written feedback. • To contribute to the running of the Department, under the leadership of the Head of Department. • To ensure school policies and procedures are followed. • Be responsible for writing academic reports to inform parents and pupils of progress. • To ensure a regular commitment to professional development. • To act as a role model to pupils, modelling the school values and maintaining those expectations in the classroom. • To set assessments and prepare pupils for public exams, under the direction of the Head of Department. • To maintain exacting standards of behaviour and conduct, awarding and recording merits and academic concerns as appropriate. • Will work in a collegiate manner, supporting colleagues and pupils. • Ensure that they maintain up to date knowledge of the latest CPD developments through engagement with the school’s teaching and learning group and information, and the completion of CPD as directed by the Head of Department. • To provide clear structure for lessons. To ensure appropriate pace, differentiation, and engagement for all pupils. • To ensure a safe learning environment for all pupils. • Evidence positive action to improve the quality of teaching and learning. • Inspire confidence in their pupils, through constructive feedback and support, to raise educational standards and ambition. • High standards of professional manner, dress and conduct should be always met. • Professional communication between pupils, parents and colleagues should be upheld. • Maintain regular communication with tutors, HSMS and the SMT, through the use of the school rewards and sanctions system. The role offers great opportunities for personal and professional development in a School that aspires to be the market leader in all areas of Boarding School life. A proactive attitude to INSET training is encouraged and supported by the school. Other Duties: The successful candidate would be expected to contribute to the pastoral life of the School as a Resident or Non-Resident Tutor in one of the nine Boarding Houses. They would also be responsible for the delivery of PSHE to their tutor group. There is also a strong expectation that the successful candidate will participate fully in the school’s extensive extracurricular activity programme, which embraces all talents. The school has a national reputation for Sports and because of our natural environment, candidates with Outdoor Education experience and qualifications would be very welcome. In May 2017, the School was graded ‘Excellent’ in every category of provision by an ISI Inspection; pupils’ personal awareness and the provision of extra-curricular opportunities were identified as a particular strength. The school operates a two-week timetable with lessons lasting for 55 minutes in the morning and 50 in the afternoon. There are three lessons on a Saturday morning. The Design Department: Design Technology is taught at Sedbergh both at GCSE and A-level (both through AQA courses). The Department has a longstanding tradition of strength in these areas reflected by the fact we are the only school nationally to hold a Millennium Products Award. We continue to innovate in our approach to Design Education and are one of only two schools in the country to offer a dedicated Jewellery and Silversmithing option at GCSE and A-level. This ambitious approach was recognised by the Jewellery industry when in a national vote we were awarded the British Jewellers Association (now NAJ) ‘Newcomer of the Year Award.’ Within Product Design the department has had several winners at the Institute of Mechanical Engineers TDI awards. The Department embraces a mix of traditional skill-based work and state of the art CAD and CAM technologies. We allow our pupils to undertake ambitious projects at both GCSE and A-level and believe that they learn not only about our subject but also many other valuable life skills in doing so. Pupils at Sedbergh range across all abilities but are typified by a determined and resilient approach to challenges, they are genuinely proud of their school and a pleasure to teach. The Department currently has two full time teachers and one part time teacher and a full-time technician. The position has become available due to a career progression opportunity for the part time teacher. The current HoD joined the school in 2010. Year Group Structure The Yr 9-year group (90-95) are taught via a rotation of projects to provide a broad base of experience across Design Technology. Groups are restricted to approximately 12 pupils per class and are mixed ability. GCSE has become increasingly popular over the past four years, so much so that the Department has on occasions had to cap numbers. There are currently approximately 40 pupils doing GCSE as an option, split across all teaching staff. A-level has seen a fluctuation in numbers between 4 and 20 pupils depending on the year. It is not uncommon for pupils to go on to study Product Design or related degrees at university. A-level involves a traditional major project of the pupil’s choosing and we encourage pupils to take risks and be ambitious. All pupils in the exam groups are allocated the teacher most suited to tutoring their specific project where possible. The Department regularly achieves good value-added results at both GCSE and A-level and caters for both the less able and highly academic pupils. We work extremely hard, and our pupil’s success is our core desire and motivation. Workshops are open until 6pm every day including weekends on a rota. Applicants should be under no illusions that the ethos of the school is busy and hardworking, both for staff and pupils. Facilities The Department boasts a good range of both high-end CNC technology, as well as traditional engineering machines and facilities. These include a range of CNC milling machines including a Roland MDX540 with rotary axis and tool changer, as well as a large 60W laser cutter. Other facilities include state of the art digital pulse MIG welding, plasma cutting, investment casting, panel and radial arm saws and a fully equipped woodworking workshop. We make extensive use of our high-end CAD workstations that are based across two separate teaching suites, as well as being supplemented by a Wi-Fi network throughout the Department. The Department is currently housed in one of the first purpose- built Design buildings to exist in independent schools. Extra-curricular / Industrial links We have strong links with international software companies, particularly SolidWorks. Professional training in the software can be provided through both internal and external INSET. Knowledge and of experience of CAD is desirable however a willingness to embrace the technology is essential. Our pupils regularly liaise with commercial companies including a local metal laser cutting firm, the Birmingham Assay Office, and assorted technology companies. We believe where possible in encouraging pupils to make contact with experts in the real world of design and manufacture. Other Duties: • All staff are expected to contribute to the extra-curricular and boarding programme of the school. For part time members of staff this will be on a pro rata basis. Experience and areas of interest are taken into consideration when assigning staff to activities. Please state any experience on your application that may be relevant in this area. • Accommodation may be available for applicants interested in additional boarding commitments. Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be. willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers. and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
NURSERY PRACTITIONER PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Essential Desirable Minimum of a current Level 3 Childcare qualification (NVQ, BTEC, CACHE DIPLOMA, EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR or equivalent) English and mathematics GCSE Grades C or above, or equivalent Paediatric First Aid qualification and Basic Food Hygiene qualification Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures X X X X Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable Appropriate experience of working with children under 2 years of age A strong understanding of child development and early years education Ability to plan and implement age-appropriate activities A thorough understanding and knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Every Child Matters X X X X Experience using online learning journals X Skills/Abilities Essential Desirable Professional manner and the ability to maintain confidentiality Caring, patient, and nurturing approach Passionate about working with children and supporting their development Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with Parents/Guardians The ability to work within a team, but also under your own direction Friendly, approachable and dedicated X X X X X X
CHEF DE PARTIE PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Level 2 or 3 attainment in Cookery Level 2 or above in Food Hygiene Essential Desirable X X Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable 3-5 years of chef experience in commercial kitchens including reputable hotel, banqueting or restaurants Experience of organising medium size banquets with effective production schedules and prep lists Experience in supervising small teams of chefs or kitchen porters with effective delegation of tasks All round experience of all kitchen sections with a wide variety of cuisines such as British, Asian, or Indian among others X X X X Skills/Abilities Essential Desirable Eye for quality, and pride in self and food product, and a hygienic clean work environment Ability to multitask with an eye for detail Positive team person, able to adapt and use own initiative Creative and with a passion for food Basic IT skills with excellent written and verbal communication skills Confident in high tempo customer and pupil facing role X X X X X X
CATERING ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: CATERING ASSISTANT Responsible to: Front of House and Catering Staff Manager Role Purpose: • Complete the essential cleaning of food service, dining and prep areas, dishes and wares to a high standard. • Be available when time permits to assist chefs and chef managers with duties in the kitchen and between Houses and other venues. • To ensure the Hospitality Department contributes to pupil wellness as well as the school reputation and growth by delivering consistently high standards of customer and food service. Duties: The duties of the Catering Assistant will focus on duties in a House or Hub and may vary from time to time. • Provide the highest quality service to pupils, staff, parents, and guests in line with the schools standing. • Assist with food service (serving) in School houses or at other off-site events, on sports pitch for example. • Assist with the neat and attractive set up and presentation of food buffets. • Assist with the transport of food buffets from Hub kitchens to partnered Houses or for events around the School estate. • Cleaning and sanitizing of dishes, gastro pans, utensils, crockery, glassware with the dishwashing machine using correct procedure and following COSHH rules. • Assist Chefs, when time permits, with basic food prep, e.g. vegetable and potato peeling, assembly of pudding pots, chopping vegetables, sandwich making, etc. • Ensure the Dining Room areas are promptly cleaned and sanitized for multiple sittings. Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. Catering Assistant Nov 2024 These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672 Catering Assistant Nov 2024
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING GRADUATE ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Strength and Conditioning Graduate Assistant Responsible to: Director of Sport Main Purpose: To support the delivery of the schools outstanding Strength and Conditioning programme in the Senior School through coaching pupils and sharing your enthusiasm for Strength and Conditioning with our pupils. Roles and Responsibilities: • To support the delivery of the strength and conditioning programme, leading athletic development sessions that reflect the age and physical development of the pupils • To monitor the gym offering high level coaching to small groups and individuals as part of our scholarship programme to stretch the most able pupils • To contribute with designing and implementing training / rehab programmes for pupils • To assist with the collection and presentation of pupils physical and monitoring data, including game footage • To support the wider delivery of the Sedbergh Sports programme, working with other heads of sports. • To assist with administration tasks related to Sport and the wider sports programme, including engaging with the use of school systems, including socs and isams, to organise and register fixtures and games afternoons. • To work collaborative with fellow graduate assistants to support the Sedbergh Sports programme on event days such as sports scholarship days and tournament days. • Play a full and active role in the busy boarding environment, being a resident tutor in a boarding house, including tutoring, supervising, and leading activities. • Demonstrate a proactive approach to engaging with young people. • To take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding of children and young people • To undertake other duties within the post as requested by your line manager or senior management team. • Support for UKSCA accreditation can be given Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING GRADUATE ASSISTANT PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Essential Desirable Educated to degree level (Placement Students will also be considered) ✓ Strength and Conditioning qualification (or is willing to work towards UKSCA /equivalent) ✓ Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable Experience of Coaching Strength and Conditioning in multiple sports ✓ Experience of performance Strength and Conditioning Knowledge of Boarding education or Coaching Experience of successfully contributing to or running extracurricular clubs, activities, teams, and fixtures ✓ ✓ ✓ Skills/Abilities Essential Desirable Ability to contribute to more than one sport within a sports programme ✓ Strong interpersonal skills coupled with a genuine interest in leading and supporting Games & PE provision. The ability to inspire and support all pupils to flourish and reach their sporting potential. ✓ ✓
1:1 TEACHING ASSISTANT PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification Experience/Knowledge Working with young children Skills/Abilities Essential Desirable x Essential Desirable x Essential Desirable Empathy, understanding of neurodiversity and patience Commitment to supporting continued progress Willingness to adapt approach as directed by SENDCo or class teacher Positivity and teamwork x x x x
THE SEDBERGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION
Casterton, Sedbergh Preparatory School
Part-time
PREP SCHOOL UK REGISTRAR JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: PREP SCHOOL UK REGISTRAR Responsible to: The Head Teacher of Casterton, Sedbergh Preparatory School and the Director of Admissions The Prep School UK Registrar will also work closely with the Overseas Registrar, the Marketing Team and the Head Teacher of Sedbergh School Main Purpose: Recruitment of new pupils into Casterton, Sedbergh Preparatory School (CSPS) from the UK and abroad. The Prep School UK Registrar will work as part of a small, specialist team. They will forge strong relationships with colleagues, as well as with the parents of prospective pupils, and the Head Teachers and Staff of feeder schools, by email and telephone and in conversation. The Prep School UK Registrar will be a public representative of CSPS at all times, and will be a genuine and knowledgeable advocate of co-educational boarding education. They will have good market knowledge, be adept at administration and committed to excellent customer service. They will be familiar with trend analysis and willing to respond to that information. Roles and Responsibilities: Manage and take responsibility for the recruitment of new pupils into CSPS; including but not limited to: • Enquiries and Registrations - - Ensuring enquiries are met with a professional, timely and personal approach. Ensuring all enquiry data is accurately entered onto the necessary database/s, with incremental data added in a timely manner, during the course of the admissions process, and as necessary once current pupils, to remain compliant with regulations - Working closely with prospective families and their agents to understand their individual - needs; effectively communicating how the school’s ethos and values align to those needs. Keeping the Head Teacher, Director of Admissions, Housemasters/mistresses and Bursary staff up to date with the status of applications - Providing appropriate information required to monitor the Key Performance Indicators - Working with the Head Teacher on Class and House allocation and to ensure best use of capacity throughout the School • School Tours - Encouraging and arranging prospective family visits, ensuring an outstanding visitor experience, and following up after visits - - Taking prospective families on tours of CSPS when necessary Follow up with the family after every visit • Tasters - Organising pupil taster experiences – ensuring they are greeted, settled in, meet with any/all necessary members of staff during their day/stay, and parents are met at pick up time Follow up with the family after every taster - • Assessment - Ensuring clear and timely communication of the conditions of entry - Undertaking, organising and co-ordinating prospective pupil assessment: ▪ Reviewing school report/s and reference/s ▪ Reviewing educational psychologist/diagnostic/other educational and any medical reports; liaising with Deputy Head Pastoral and Learning Support as necessary ▪ Organising and running scholarship assessments, collating feedback and helping prepare outcome letters and managing responses ▪ Ensuring necessary academic information is secured for all new pupils and distributed accordingly ▪ Ensuring any and all pastoral information is understood and distributed as necessary • Guardianship - For families living overseas, creating contracts of guardianship in accordance with safeguarding responsibilities (and UKVI regulations if necessary) and ensure the return of suitable guardian details appointed by the family • Pupil Induction - Helping prepare and disseminate the New Pupil Admissions Documentation; ensure all is completed by parents in a timely manner; and distribute to School staff as necessary Liaising with Staff to help ensure the smooth transition & induction of new overseas pupils and their families, and that support arrangements for new starters are in place - • Marketing - Contributing to market research and data analysis - Work with the marketing team to identify marketing opportunities and to assist with the development of marketing materials • Organise and help run open days/weeks alongside the marketing team • Helping to organise and run other ad hoc or annual recruitment-specific events • Helping to organise and host recruitment-specific receptions • Fostering and maintaining good working relationships with feeder school Head Teachers and key stakeholders • Helping represent CSPS and Sedbergh Senior School as well as Sedbergh Courses at events • Alongside the marketing team, helping ensure supplies of marketing materials in admissions office are kept well stocked with a view to all upcoming events • Help identify opportunities and with the development of marketing materials Other Duties: • To undertake any other reasonable tasks as directed by the Head Teacher of CSPS and/or the Director of Admissions • To work closely with the Overseas Registrar so they can effectively handle enquires and admissions for overseas pupils including for example, spaces in classes or boarding houses • A willingness to work flexibility Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
PREP SCHOOL REGISTRAR PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Essential Desirable Educated to degree level or equivalent X Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable Knowledge of Sedbergh Senior and Prep Schools X Familiar with and enjoys working in a fast paced and focussed environment Computer literate – ISAMS, and Office programmes (outlook, word and excel to an extent) X X Skills/Abilities Highly organised Excellent attention to detail Outstanding communicator – verbally and in writing Quick learner Motivated to engage in Admissions ethos (not just ‘doing a job’) Has initiative and is a self starter Very discrete Essential Desirable X X X X X X X
1:1 TEACHING ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: 1:1 TEACHING ASSISTANT Responsible to: SENDCO Main Purpose: To provide support in school for a pupil (Year 5, 2025 – 2026) with additional educational needs Roles and Responsibilities: • To provide learning support for the named pupil in class or in withdrawal situations. • To develop knowledge of the particular needs of named pupil and seek advice from SENDCo, the class teacher and parents. • To aid access to the full range of learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom and provide modified materials as required eg. worksheets, games, visual prompt cards etc. • To make or modify resources as suggested and advised by SENDCo, Educational Psychologist or other outside agencies. • To support the named pupils social development and engagement with other pupils • To motivate and encourage the named pupil to participate in activities they may be unsure of. • To provide positive reinforcements, praise and rewards. • To facilitate inclusion in small group activities with peers and support interaction between them. • To attend in-service training and meetings relevant to the post in order to keep up-to-date with developments in working with children with special educational needs. • To provide regular feedback to the class teacher, SENDCo and relevant outside agencies about the named pupils difficulties and progress. • To foster links between home and school. • To participate in relevant professional development as deemed appropriate for the needs of the named pupil. • To understand and apply the school policies on learning and behaviour, and the statutory guidelines relating to disability, discrimination and special educational needs. • To maintain confidentiality and sensitivity. • To build the named pupils self-esteem, happiness and sense of security within the school environment. • To assist the named pupil’s organisation and skills requiring fine motor control, such as using cutlery and dressing. • To act as a scribe the named pupil where appropriate and providing ‘brain breaks’ where they are required. Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
THE SEDBERGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION
Not specified
Part-time
VISITING TEACHER OF SINGING – MATERNITY LEAVE COVER PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Essential Desirable A good degree-level qualification in Music and/or Performance from a recognised university or conservatoire X Degree or higher-level qualification X Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable Experience of teaching singing to a range of students from beginner to advanced level Experience of teaching pupils in a school environment Demonstrate a proven track record of building a good rapport with pupils Familiarity with the most current syllabi for exams, e.g. ABRSM X X X X Skills/Abilities Excellent musicianship Ability to teach a wide variety of styles of music Strong organisation skills Competency with ICT Excellent communication skills, both orally and written Passion, enthusiasm and ability to motivate and inspire students Reliable, punctual, diligent and well-organised Discretion, courtesy, honesty and integrity Commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of students Essential Desirable X X X X X X X X X
VISITING TEACHER OF SINGING JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: VISITING TEACHER OF SINGING – TWO TERM CONTRACT Responsible to: Director of Music; Head of Music (Prep) Main Purpose: To deliver one-to-one singing lessons to pupils each week during term-time, and to assist with the delivery of a range of performance opportunities as required and discussed with the Director of Music and Head of Music. Roles and Responsibilities: • To organise and deliver weekly singing lessons at Sedbergh Prep School at Casterton. Lessons at Casterton are 35 minutes. Lessons must be engaging, inspirational and age appropriate. • To maintain high expectations of all pupils’ practice and progress and set clear individual targets. • To provide termly written reports and maintain appropriate and purposeful communication with parents • To prepare pupils for internal and external performances including scholarships and examinations. • VMTs are given opportunities to assist e.g. accompaniment with performances and concerts at times. • To accompany pupils in examinations if possible and appropriate. • To keep up to date with administration including completion of timetables and timesheets, using the school’s software where necessary. Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
MINIBUS DRIVER JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: ADHOC MINIBUS DRIVER Responsible to: Transport Manager Main Purpose: Driving pupils and staff on School business Roles and Responsibilities: • • • • • • • To undertake minibus journeys as agreed and directed by the member of staff responsible for the services, ensuring punctuality, safety & comfort for passengers. To always ensure that School vehicles are driven courteously and in accordance with all Highway Law, School Policy and Guidance documents and prevailing road conditions To ensure that the ‘pre-drive’ vehicle check is carried out before every trip is undertaken To ensure that all passengers wear fitted seat belts To ensure that the vehicle are kept clean & tidy both internal and externally. To report immediately to the member of staff responsible for the services any maintenance or repair matters relating to any School vehicle To report immediately any accidents or incidents for the purpose of making or reporting an insurance claim. Such reports to include full details of third-party involvement as well as the incident itself Attend short INSET once a term Attend regular team meetings and training sessions as required • • • Undergo additional training relevant to the responsibilities above or related functions Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
MINIBUS DRIVER PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Essential Desirable Driving licence with D1 classification or equivalent X Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable Must be over 25 for insurance purposes X Experience of driving minibuses Skills/Abilities X Essential Desirable To be able to communicate with staff, pupils and parents verbally and in written format Ability to use own initiative, and to be proactive in finding possible solutions to problems Practical and organised Self-motivated with the ability to work flexibly under pressure X X X X
MINIBUS DRIVER JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: MINIBUS DRIVER Responsible to: Transport Manager Main Purpose: Driving Pupils and staff on School business Roles and Responsibilities: • To undertake minibus journeys as agreed and directed by the member of staff responsible for the services, ensuring punctuality, safety & comfort for passengers • To always ensure that School vehicles are driven courteously and in accordance with all Highway Law, School Policy and Guidance documents and prevailing road conditions • To ensure that the ‘pre-drive’ vehicle check is carried out before every trip is undertaken • To ensure that all passengers wear fitted seat belts • To ensure that the vehicle is kept clean & tidy both internal and externally • To report immediately to the member of staff responsible for the services any maintenance or repair matters relating to any School vehicle • To report immediately any accidents or incidents for the purpose of making or reporting an insurance claim. Such reports to include full details of third-party involvement as well as the incident itself • Attend short INSET once a term • Attend regular team meetings and training sessions as required • Undergo additional training relevant to the responsibilities above or related functions Health and Safety: All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post. Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
MINIBUS DRIVER PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Essential Desirable Driving licence with D1 classification or equivalent X Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable Must be over 25 for insurance purposes X Experience of driving minibuses Skills/Abilities X Essential Desirable To be able to communicate with staff, pupils and parents verbally and in written format Ability to use own initiative, and to be proactive in finding possible solutions to problems Practical and organised Self-motivated with the ability to work flexibly under pressure X X X X
NURSERY PRACTITIONER PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications/Attainment Essential Desirable Minimum of a current Level 3 Childcare qualification (NVQ, BTEC, CACHE DIPLOMA, EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR or equivalent) English and mathematics GCSE Grades C or above, or equivalent Paediatric First Aid qualification and Basic Food Hygiene qualification Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures X X X X Experience/Knowledge Essential Desirable Appropriate experience of working with children under 2 years of age A strong understanding of child development and early years education Ability to plan and implement age-appropriate activities A thorough understanding and knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Every Child Matters X X X X Experience using online learning journals X Skills/Abilities Essential Desirable Professional manner and the ability to maintain confidentiality Caring, patient, and nurturing approach Passionate about working with children and supporting their development Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with Parents/Guardians The ability to work within a team, but also under your own direction Friendly, approachable and dedicated X X X X X X
JOB DESCRIPTION NURSERY PRACTITIONER Safeguarding the welfare of children is of the highest priority to Sedbergh School. Every employee of the school has a responsibility to: • Protect Children from abuse • Be aware of the School’s safeguarding procedures • Know how to access and implement the required procedures • Keep a sufficient record of any significant complaint, conversation or event • Report any matters of concern to the Designated Safeguarding Lead • Attend annual in-service training provided by the School About Sedbergh School Sedbergh School, founded in 1525 by Roger Lupton, Provost of Eton, is an Independent Co-educational Boarding School. The Headmistress is a member of the Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference. Set in the spectacular Yorkshire Dales National Park, the School also benefits from fast motorway and rail access to the rest of the UK. The School is a vibrant, demanding and supportive community which encourages pupils and staff to be involved in as broad a range of activities and interests as possible. Art, Drama and Music are especially strong, and the School has a national reputation for Sport. Sedbergh has its own Prep School located approximately five miles away at Casterton. The Headmaster, Mr D J Harrison MA (Cantab), has overall responsibility for both Schools and is supported by a number of senior managers. Mrs Kate Martin is the Headmistress of Casterton, Sedbergh Prep school and The Mulberry Bush Nursery, which is located on the Prep School site. The Mulberry Bush is managed by Mrs Claire Robinson. The Chief Operating Officer (COO), Mr Baz Bennett, is responsible to the Headmaster and Governors for the management of all the administration and support staff. The COO has responsibility not only for the finances of the School, but also for the extensive land and buildings, maintenance department, grounds & gardens, catering, housekeeping and domestic staff and all other support staff, as well as running the commercial training arm of the School, Sedbergh School Developments Limited. Key Duties and Responsibilities As a Nursery Practitioner, you will be responsible for the care, learning and development of children ages 0-3 years, ensuring they receive the highest standard of early years education. You will work as part of a dedicated team, building strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues to create a nurturing and engaging environment. They will achieve this through: • Including play and learning opportunities for children to enjoy and develop their skills in the seven Areas of Learning and Development; • Developing within children the characteristics of effective learners; • Treating each child as an individual and working to ensure their needs are met; • Regularly communicating and working in partnership with Parents/Guardians; • Working to all the Nursery Policies, including Keeping Children Safe in Education, Equal Opportunities, Data Protection and Confidentiality. The Nursery Practitioner will also ensure that Every Child Matters and the themes of the Early Years Foundation Stage are embedded within their own practice, and ensure that their own practice promotes the following characteristics of effective learning: Playing and Exploring - Engagement – Hands: • Finding out and exploring; • Playing with what they know; • Being willing to ‘have a go’. Active Learning - Motivation – Heart: • Being involve and concentrating; • Keeping trying; • Enjoying achieving what they set out to do. Creating and Thinking Critically – Thinking – Head: • Having their own ideas; • Making links; • Choosing ways to do things. Key Accountabilities Childcare To fully support the Nursery Management team in the day to day running of the Nursery by promoting a safe, healthy, stimulating, child-centred environment both indoor and outdoor. • To be allocated named children for you to act as their Key Person. Overseeing for each child their care records, which will include daily record sheets, learning journeys, observations, key assessments, and reporting and communicating this information to parents; • To ensure your Key Children are being provided a range of learning opportunities at the appropriate level, to enable them to achieve within the Early Years Foundation Stage. To undertake quality observations and assessments on your Key Children or children within your care, as allocated by your Group/Room Leader. To report back these finding to your Group/Room Leader with ideas of ‘Next Steps’ for future planning, and to be involved in planning these activities for your group of children; • To provide a happy, secure and stimulating environment which ensures that every child has the opportunity to flourish and celebrate achievements. The Nursery Practitioner will achieve this by giving praise, showcasing and displaying children’s work in an attractive way; • To report any concerns about any children to the Group/Room Leader and SENCO; • To promote the inclusion of children with special educational and additional needs; • To ensure that children are given the opportunity to talk about and share their own family customs and traditions and develop an awareness of other cultural beliefs and differences; • To offer all children equal opportunities with regard to their gender, disabilities, religious persuasion, racial origins, cultural or linguistic background; in particular, to challenge situations where racism or discrimination is displayed; • To ensure that appropriate paperwork is completed in a timely manner; • To ensure that care routines are in accordance with Parents’/Guardians’ wishes, and are adhered to for their child; • To ensure that you offer a good and regular opportunity for Parents/Guardians to communicate with you; • To ensure the correct procedures are followed to identify every adult entering the premises; • To ensure that every child is collected by someone known to the nursery and, if not, to follow the correct procedure to ensure the safety of the children. Professional and Organisational • To adopt a professional approach in all aspects of this role, including adhering to and actively using and promoting Nursery Policies and Procedures; • To promote positive attitudes towards the Nursery, promoting teamwork and a high morale amongst staff; • To report any safeguarding concerns (children or staff) to the Designated Safeguarding Lead; • To ensure that all forms of confidentiality are maintained, both inside and outside of the Nursery; • To support the Group/Room Leader in ensuring that the staff/child ratios are correct at all times; • To ensure appropriate cover is in place before you to leave your group of children; • To ensure that the developmental checks and tracking for the children’s progress are carried out at the required time; • To ensure that development records are prepared and made available to Parents/Guardians, and to be available to answer any queries or concerns; • To attend and contribute to regular staff meetings, including whole Nursery meetings and team meetings, during and outside of your normal working hours; • To assist the Nursery Management Team in organising and supporting Nursery events held outside of your normal working hours; • To attend Parents’ Evenings and Nursery events, outside of nursery working hours; • To be punctual and ready to start work at the allocated time; • To adhere to the dress code of the Nursery; • To maintain a high level of day-to-day hygiene within the Nursery rooms, including domestic and laundry duties; • To ensure the manners and behaviour of all children and staff, including yourself, do not have an unwanted effect on the general health, safety, and welfare of people attending the Nursery; • To work as part of a team and promote a healthy team spirit and provide a good role model for Nursery Assistants and Students, in addition to helping new staff to fit into the Nursery; • To be involved in recording accidents and incidents, to be aware of the risk assessments for the building and to ensure these are used when accessing the indoor and outdoor environments, as well as for any trips and visits. To support the Management Team in monitoring these assessments and the impact on your environment; • To supervise meals and mealtimes and where appropriate, prepare babies’ feeds. You may be required on occasion to prepare the children’s meals and snacks; • To undertake regular CPD (continuing professional development) training appropriate to furthering your own potential, or to develop and undergo training required by the Management team which will meet the needs and requirements of the Nursery; • To ensure that the observations, assessments and paperwork have been carried out and completed for your new starting Key Children; • To ensure that all resources within your responsibility are replenished, clean and tidy at the end of every day and ready for the following day; • To proactive in assessing where in the Nursery your help can be most utilised, remaining constantly aware of the needs of the children; • Any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by the Management team. Safeguarding Responsibilities Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The role holder will be expected to support this approach in the context of their role and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School’s Safeguarding policies and procedures at all times. If in the course of carrying out their duties, they become aware of any actual or potential risk to the safety or welfare of children in the School the role holder must report any concerns to the School’s Designated Safeguarding Lead or to the Headmistress. All staff within Sedbergh School must demonstrate the willingness to participate in safeguarding training appropriate to the level of responsibilities of their role. School Ethos & Values All members of staff in Sedbergh School must ensure that their work, communication and approach conform to the ethos, values and style of the School. Everyone must keep up to date, and comply with the Sedbergh School’s Rules, Policies and procedures at all times. Casterton Sedbergh Prep School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and The Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1080672
1:1 TEACHING ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: 1:1 Teaching Assistant Main Purpose: To provide support in school for a pupil (Year 2, 2025-2026) with additional educational needs. Roles and Responsibilities: • To provide learning support for the named pupil in class. • To develop knowledge of the specific needs of named pupil and seek advice from SENDCo, the class teacher and parents. • To aid access to the full range of learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom and provide modified materials as required e.g. worksheets, games, visual prompt cards etc. • To make or modify resources as suggested and advised by SENDCo, Educational Psychologist or other outside agencies. • To support the named pupil’s social development and engagement with other pupils • To motivate and encourage the named pupil to participate in activities they may be unsure of. • To provide positive reinforcements, praise and rewards. • To facilitate inclusion in small group activities with peers and support interaction between them. • To attend in-service training and meetings relevant to the post to keep up to date with developments in working with children with special educational needs. • To provide regular feedback to the class teacher, SENDCo and relevant outside agencies about the named pupils difficulties and progress. • To foster links between home and school. • To participate in relevant professional development as deemed appropriate for the needs of the named pupil. • To understand and apply the school policies on learning and behaviour, and the statutory guidelines relating to disability, discrimination and special educational needs. • To maintain confidentiality and sensitivity. • To build the named pupil’s self-esteem, happiness and sense of security within the school environment. • To assist the named pupil’s organisation and skills requiring fine motor control, such as using cutlery and dressing. • To act as a scribe for the named pupil where appropriate and providing ‘brain breaks’ where they are required. Health and Safety: The employee should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate. Safeguarding: The employee is expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the child for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact. These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post.
1:1 TEACHING ASSISTANT PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications Essential Desirable Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification x Experience Essential Desirable Working with young children x Skills & Abilities Essential Desirable Empathy, understanding of neurodiversity and patience Commitment to supporting continued progress Willingness to adapt approach as directed by SENDCo or class teacher Positivity and teamwork x x x x