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Join a Community Where Everyone Feels They Belong at Philip Morant School and College
- Are you wanting to work as a part of a team whose purpose is to enable every member of the community to feel they belong? Do you have the skills to contribute to a learning environment that enables staff and students to be the best they can be?
Philip Morant School and College was judged as "Good" in all areas by Ofsted in September 2023. We are looking for exam invigilators who can be a key part in our ongoing improvement journey.
Our school is a calm and orderly place. We work hard to ensure everyone feels welcome. As the largest school in Colchester we have exceptional facilities. Through the Sigma Trust there are many opportunities to work with staff in other schools and to have opportunities for development.
Living and breathing our vision and values starts from interview day, with every applicant welcomed by the Headteacher. From there every member of staff is part of a strong team and support and opportunity is always available.
Examinations are such an important part of every young person's journey and we are looking for those who can support them at this time whilst ensuring we fulfil all of the JCQ regulations.
- This is a casual hours role.
A Day in the Life:
You'll be responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas:
- Supervising a discreet provision in the school for students who cannot access a full-time provision.
- Being responsible for coordinating the day-to-day educational provision of the young people in the provision.
- Providing support to students in all curriculum areas across the school or supporting students with particular learning, behavioural, communication, social, sensory or physical difficulties.
What We're Looking For:
You are the perfect fit for our team if you have:
- A graduate who is considering teaching as a career
- Successful recent experience working with children in a learning environment.
- The ability to use initiative and work without direct supervision, taking responsibility for tasks
Why Choose The Sigma Trust?
We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.
- Professional Development:
- A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.
- Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.
Employee Benefits:
- A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.
- A Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme for your well-being.
- Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card.
Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity
The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.
The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision 'To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts', where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.
To Apply:
- Ready to take the next step? Find out more about the role and apply by Midnight, Monday 3rd November via MyNewTerm or the following link:
https://mynewterm.com/jobs/146794/EDV-2025-PMSAC-75976
Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised.
We are managing all current recruitment directly and kindly request that agencies do not contact us regarding open positions.
Information about the School
We are a large secondary school in Colchester and also enjoy a thriving Sixth Form College. We are a popular School with waiting lists for every year and are proud of our strong academic record. We have an excellent and enthusiastic staff led by a strong senior leadership team and we work hard to provide an environment where every student is valued and their varying needs met. Our pastoral care is based upon a highly successful house system and ensures support both for students and parents.
Safeguarding
The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.