Job Description

Key Responsibilities

The duties outlined in this job description may be modified by the principal, with your agreement, to reflect or anticipate changes in the job, commensurate with the salary and job title. It will be reviewed in the context of the School Development Plan and Performance Management cycle.

Teaching and Learning

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate ECA and/or after school club sessions.

• Create a positive, inclusive and encouraging environment where students feel supported and motivated.

• Adapt activities to suit different ages, abilities and levels of experience.

• Encourage students’ confidence, creativity, teamwork and personal development.

• Ensure activities are delivered in line with the school’s expectations, values and policies.

Recording and Assessment

• Maintain accurate attendance records for each session.

• Monitor student engagement and participation throughout activities.

• Provide feedback to the ECA Coordinator regarding student progress, achievements or any concerns when required.

• Complete any required administrative documentation linked to the delivery of the activity.

Other and responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students throughout the activity.

• Follow all school safeguarding, health and safety and behaviour procedures.

• Report any safeguarding concerns, incidents or student welfare concerns immediately to the appropriate member of staff.

• Arrive prepared and on time for all scheduled sessions.

• Maintain a safe, organised and suitable environment, including preparing and tidying equipment and resources.

• Communicate effectively with the ECA Coordinator and relevant school staff.

• Support the positive reputation of the school through professional conduct and positive interactions with students, staff and families.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Experience working with children and/or young people in an educational, coaching or activity-based environment.

• Experience planning and delivering engaging activities or workshops.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all students.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with school staff.

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

• Prior experience working in an English.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.