Vacancies:
We are recruiting for :
Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Clerk to the Governing Body
Post-18 Guidance coordinator
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The Bishop’s Stortford High School
Beaumont Avenue, Bishop’s Stortford,
Hertfordshire, CM23 4SH
Tel: 01279 868686
Website: www.tbshs.org
Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
32.5 hours per week – term time only (38 weeks p.a)
Pay scale H3 – Actual salary from £18,726
Required for 1 September 2025
This post would also suit a current LSA willing to train to become a HLTA.
The Bishop’s Stortford High School has an exciting opportunity for you. We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and conscientious colleague to join our friendly Learning Support Department and be part of our highly effective SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) team supporting learning for students with a variety of individual needs including one-to-one, small group and whole-class support. This is a great opportunity to gain experience working in education and offers the possibility to work towards becoming a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant.
What we are looking for:
- Good level of literacy and numeracy
- Caring and conscientious person and able to remain calm under pressure
- A well-organised, proactive individual with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- An individual who has a genuine passion for supporting young people and helping them be the best they can be
- Use tact and discretion when dealing with confidential information
What we can offer you:
Professionally:
- A brand new, state-of-the-art, purpose-built school creating a fantastic new working environment
- A busy department situated in the heart of the school
- Staff training days to support staff CPD
- A highly visible Senior Leadership Team
- A Black & Gold team spirit amongst staff and students
Personally:
- Competitive salary
- Generous pension benefits
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme – Smart Clinic
- Free school lunch every day
- Well serviced staff room providing a comfortable environment with free tea and coffee
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders
- Free on-site secure parking for every employee
- 20 Electric Vehicle charging points on site (paid for by the individual)
- Annual Flu jabs (free)
- Free before and after school access to Strength & Conditioning suite
- Opportunities to get involved with school events and trips: Black, Gold & Green week, running club etc
- Free school tickets to all our regular high-quality concerts, musicals, shows recitals and other entertainment held at school.
- Staff association organise social activities including staff football, Christmas meal etc
The Bishop’s Stortford High School is a popular, oversubscribed 6FE school of 1260 students, providing a single-sex education for boys in Years 7 to 11 with a thriving mixed sixth form of close to 400 students, including 130 female students. This is a very exciting time to be joining our Outstanding school, as we relocated to a brand-new state-of-the-art school, in September 2024, on a large site less than a mile from our previous location.
An application form and further details are available from the Headteacher’s PA, Mrs C Hughes, at the school or can be downloaded from the website on www.tbshs.org or email vacancy@tbshs.org Applications by CV will not be accepted.
(We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date, should a suitable candidate apply)
TBSHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of all our children and expects staff to share this commitment. A Disclosure Barring Service check is required for all successful applicants.
Applications by: Midday, Wednesday 17 June 2025
Interviews: w/c Monday 22 June 2025
Clerk to the Governing Body
Flexible working hours to accommodate governor meetings at 0800 and 1700
26.5 hours per month (approx.) during term time,
15 hours per month (approx.) during holiday months (summer, Christmas, Easter)
Salary: £17 per hour
Required for June 2025
The Bishop’s Stortford High School has an exciting opportunity for you. We are seeking to appoint a professional and flexible Clerk to the Governing body, working effectively with the Chair of Governors, Headteacher and school governors. Alongside the general administration of the governing body, including meetings, the Clerk is responsible for advising the Governing Body on constitutional and procedural matters, on duties and powers and working within the current legislative framework.
What we are looking for:
- An individual who can help secure the continuity of Governing Body business
- Strong IT skills
- Use tact and discretion when dealing with confidential information
- Meticulous attention to detail
- A well-organised, proactive individual with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Experience of minute taking at meetings essential
- Flexible approach to working hours to accommodate meetings at 0800 and 1700.
What we can offer you:
Professionally:
- A brand new, state-of-the-art, purpose-built school creating a fantastic new working and meeting environment
- A committed and supportive governing body
Personally:
- Competitive salary
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme – Smart Clinic*
- Free refreshments at all Governor’s meetings
- Well serviced staff room providing a comfortable environment with free tea and coffee
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders
Post-18 Guidance coordinator
Part-time basis /17 hours per week, term time plus one week (39 weeks)
Pay scale H7 – Actual salary £16,527 including fringe
Required for September 2025
The Bishop’s Stortford High School are seeking to appoint a dedicated, conscientious and organized person to join our school as a Post 18 Guidance coordinator. You will be an individual who enjoys working with students. You will develop and implement a holistic support programme for students applying to university, apprenticeships, and other routes. You will lead the UCAS application process, working closely with the Sixth Form management team. You will collaborate with subject departments to support students with UCAS references, applications, and managing deadlines. You will host external speakers at assemblies to inform students about careers and futures. You will be expected to stay up to date with entry requirements, university courses, and career trends, ensuring that Sixth Form tutors are well informed.
What we are looking for:
- Previous experience working in careers guidance, progression support or university admissions
- A track record of successfully building employer networks and industry partnerships
- Strong knowledge of UCAS applications, university admissions and alternative progression routes, including apprenticeships, supported internships and employment pathways
- Excellent IT skills
- Ability to work under pressure and work to tight deadlines
- Meticulous attention to detail
- A well-organised, proactive individual with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- An individual who works well with staff and students alike
What we can offer you:
Professionally:
- A brand new, state-of-the-art, purpose-built school creating a fantastic new working environment
- A busy department situated in the heart of the Sixth Form.
- Staff training days to support staff CPD
- A highly visible Senior Leadership Team
- A Black & Gold team spirit amongst staff and students
Personally:
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme – Smart Clinic
- Free school lunch every day
- Well serviced staff room providing a comfortable environment with free tea and coffee
- Free on-site secure parking for every employee
- 20 Electric Vehicle charging points on site (paid for by the individual)
- Annual Flu jabs (free)
- Opportunities to get involved with school events: Black, Gold & Green week, running club etc
- Free before and after school access to Strength & Conditioning suite
- Free school tickets to all our regular high-quality concerts, musicals, shows recitals and other entertainment held at school.
- Staff association organise social activities including staff football, Christmas meal etc
The Bishop’s Stortford High School is a popular, oversubscribed 6FE school of 1260 students, providing a single-sex education for boys in Years 7 to 11 with a thriving mixed sixth form of close to 400 students, including 133 female students. This is a very exciting time to be joining our Outstanding school, as we relocated to a brand-new state-of-the-art school, in September 2024, on a large site less than a mile from our previous location.
An application form and further details are available from the Headteacher’s PA, Mrs C Hughes, at the school or can be downloaded from the website: www.tbshs.org or email vacancy@tbshs.org Applications by CV will not be accepted.
(We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date, should a suitable candidate apply)
TBSHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of all our children and expects staff to share this commitment. A Disclosure Barring Service check is required for all successful applicants.
Applications by: Midday, Wednesday 4 June 2025
Interviews: w/c Monday 9 June 2025
