PERSON SPECIFICATION
| NOTES TO JOB APPLICANTS |
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| SECTION 1 – ESSENTIAL CRITERIA |
The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
| Factor | Essential Criteria | Method of Assessment |
| Qualifications | Five GCSE’s (Grades A*- C) to include English Language and Mathematics, or equivalent or higher level qualifications | Shortlisting by Application Form |
| Knowledge |
Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of:
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Shortlisting by Application Form |
| SECTION 2 – ESSENTIAL CRITERIA |
The following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage.
| Factor | Essential Criteria | Method of Assessment |
| Skills / Abilities |
Proven effective planning and organisational skills and an ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve outcomes Evidence of sound interpersonal and communication skills Proven ability to use own initiative Ability to be approachable, deal with confidentiality and be flexible Evidence of people management skills Evidence of proficiency in the use of computer packages, to include use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook |
Interview |
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Values Orientation |
Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the school’s values/ethos. You will find information about the school’s values/ethos on our school website: www.grosvenorgrammarschool.org.uk | Interview |
| SECTION 3 – DESIRABLE CRITERIA |
Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria, as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
| Factor | Desirable Criteria | Method of Assessment |
| Experience |
A minimum of six months’ experience, in a paid capacity, of working in a school setting.
A minimum of 6 months’ experience in a paid capacity of working in a post-primary school setting. Experience of using the C2K computer system eg Use of SIMS.net to take class registers etc. |
Shortlisting by Application Form |
DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’.
In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage.
Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.
APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES
To view the applicant guidance notes, please click here.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Sixth Form Study Supervisor
REPORTS TO: The School Principal/Designated Line Manager
JOB PURPOSE
To supervise the sixth form area and ensure conditions are conductive to study.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Pupil Supervision.
- Supervise senior pupils during their study periods and examinations as required and maintain a quiet academic environment in the school study/library.
- Maintain and advise on mechanisms to improve the study environment for the pupils.
- Communicate with appropriate teaching staff regarding behaviour of pupils.
- Inform appropriate teaching staff of absenteeism of pupils from study periods without permission.
- Ensure pupils maintain a tidy work environment and report any damage.
Administration
- Operate manual and/or computerised information systems in connection with pupils.
- Complete and submit all returns/records as required.
- Maintain stock of reference books in sixth form studies.
- Assist in school administration, as required.
Other Duties
- Participate in any relevant training as required.
- Implement all school policies and procedures.
- Such other duties as may be assigned within the level of the post.
FLEXIBLE WORKING OPTIONS AVAILABLE
OPTION 1
You are required to be on duty during school term plus two additional weeks. The timing of the two additional weeks is at the discretion of the Principal of the school.
OR
OPTION 2
You are required to be on duty for the contracted weekly hours, working during periods of school closure except when on annual leave or other authorised absence. Duties will normally be provided by the school. However, where necessary, alternative work and/or training will be provided by the Authority at any other such place of employment as may be reasonably required.
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OPTION 3
To work as for option 2 with a further option to request periods of unpaid leave during extended school holidays or closures.
This job description will be subject to review in light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time.
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In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post-holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times.
