We are a popular and successful mixed 11-18 rural comprehensive school with c. 1150 NOR, situated ten miles north-west of Gloucester city, within three miles of the Herefordshire border. We are a high achieving school at the very heart of our community. We have a strong tradition of academic success within a positive and caring learning environment based upon mutual trust and respect.
We continue to be a good school, as confirmed by Ofsted following their visit in May 2024, offering a high quality of education with recent observations recognising that our students are making strong progress in the majority of subjects. In addition, it was rightly observed that our students feel safe, and are safe, in school. This is achieved by the school’s culture of care and vigilance. All staff are firmly committed to ensuring that every student achieves their full potential.
The successful candidate will provide organisational and administrative support to the SEN, to maintain efficient systems within the school.
Those applicants with experience would be involved in developing themselves and supporting in specific areas ensuring the setting of high expectations, helping us secure further school wide improvements. Those new to the role can expect support and training using their skills, duration of their induction period.
Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre has a strong team spirit and a passion for creating an inclusive learning environment, which enables the holistic development of all students. We promote exemplary relationships at all levels and strive for outstanding outcomes. All staff and students are valued highly. We are committed to developing individuals and working with them to reach their full potential. Emphasis on staff wellbeing is an integral part of our culture and we provide an outstanding working environment. This is achieved by the school’s culture of care and vigilance. All staff are firmly committed to ensuring that every student achieves their full potential.
You are encouraged to contact the school to arrange an informal visit if you would like an opportunity to see the facilities for yourself at the school. I hope that having read the details from the school, and hopefully also seen the work we do here for yourself, you decide to apply for this post. If that is the case, I would like to thank you in advance for the time required for such an application and look forward to reading your letter in due course.
Applications should be indicated by letter, detailing your experience to date and outlining your skills against the Job Description. There is a requirement to submit a fully completed application form with your letter.
The closing date for this role is Thursday 3rd July 2025, with interviews expected to take place shortly after. However, please note that where the school receives an exceptional response, shortlisting and interviews may be arranged prior to the closing date by mutual agreement.
If you wish to discuss this position, prior to applying, please contact Mrs. N. Dagada-Khan, in the first instance.
Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check as standard practice.
An online check of publicly available information will be completed to assess the shortlisted candidate’s suitability to work with our children.