Mountain Rescue Practitioner
Hartland High School, Reading, RG2 8AF12 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
24 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
12 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Pastoral, health and welfare
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: You will work 37 hours per week, during term time plus 4 weeks (42 weeks).
Contract type
- Fixed term - Up to 12 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- NJC scale points 6-11, (£25,989 to £28,142 per annum) and the pro-rated salary will be £24,052-£26,045.
What skills and experience we're looking for
GCSE Maths & English Grade C/4 or equivalent (Essential)
Good literacy and numeracy skills (Essential)
Appropriate experience of operating in a similar role (Essential)
A Level or equivalent (Desirable)
Knowledge of using IT systems and packages, in particular Microsoft Office
Experience of working with vulnerable young people
Experience of working in a school’s environment
Strong verbal & written communication skills and an ability to use these to have a positive input on student learning in the classroom & in small groups/1-1
Ability to carry out allocated tasks under the supervision of our SENCO lead
Ability to empathise and move students forward in their learning
Able to build good relationships with students and to support good behaviour in & beyond the classroom
Ability to develop one to one relationships with students with particular learning needs
Ability to work within set guidelines and respond to unexpected circumstances
Evidence of continuous professional development
Quick to adapt and take on new initiatives
Willing to undertake further training which may be required
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to establish positive relationships with staff members at all levels
Be confident in the use of email and database programs
Able to take a whole school perspective on issues
Smart and presentable
Professional attitude at all times
Approachable and Empathetic
Excellent attention to detail
Flexible and enthusiastic
Ability to be self-motivating
Resourceful, creative and enthusiastic
Ability to remain positive
What the school offers its staff
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
A generous pension scheme.
Employee Assistance Programme to support your wellbeing.
Cycle-to-work scheme, gym discounts and free eye tests.
Being part of a friendly, ambitious team within a growing, supportive organisation.
Further information about the job
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To assess, manage and deliver pastoral and learning support with Mountain Rescue.
To deliver interventions with Mountain Rescue as agreed in consultation with key staff.
To deliver group interventions i.e. ELSA, nurture groups as needed.
To work alongside teachers in the classroom to deliver learning to support the academic.
achievement of all pupils who are unable to attend lessons.
To support students during transition periods and encourage them to return to lessons.
To provide feedback to pupils, the SENCO and the class teachers on progress within Mountain Rescue.
Assist the teacher with preparing materials for students to use in Mountain Rescue.
To support the pupils to understand instructions and develop independent learning skills.
To work in line with the behaviour for learning policy.
To support students with their social, emotional well-being and reporting concerns where appropriate.
To assist in responding to low level safeguarding concerns.
To act as CME (Children Missing Education) Officer liaising with local authorities as appropriate and making any necessary resulting referrals.
To support the SENCO in the identification of the needs of students on the SEN register.
Record basic student data.
Assist with break and lunch time supervision as required.
Assisting with extra curricular clubs, sometimes out of the normal hours.
To complete required training.
To follow all Health & Safety, safeguarding and GDPR requirements.
The post holder is responsible for ensuring that the school safeguarding/child protection policy is adhered to and concerns are raised in accordance with this policy.
To be first aid trained, and willing to assist students where necessary.
To carry out tasks as reasonably required by the Headteacher.
To play a full part in the life of the school community and to encourage staff and students to follow this example.
To actively promote school policies and procedures.
To be responsible for own continued professional development.
To comply with the school’s Health & Safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate.
To be courteous to colleagues, visitors and telephone callers and provide a welcoming environment.
To attend meetings scheduled in the school calendar punctually.
To adhere to the School’s Safeguarding Policy.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Hartland High School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 739 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- dliu@hartlandhigh.co.uk
Arranging a visit to Hartland High School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email dliu@hartlandhigh.co.uk.
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