Psychologist - Learning Specialist

Job Description

ISP Learning Specialist Role Profile

Purpose of Role

The Learning Specialist supports high-quality teaching and learning by working collaboratively with teachers and school leaders to improve student outcomes. The role focuses on curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, and intervention strategies, using evidence-based practices to address diverse learning needs and promote continuous improvement across the school.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Key Responsibilities

      Support teachers to plan, implement, and evaluate effective teaching and learning programs.

      Analyse student achievement data to identify learning needs and inform targeted interventions.

      Design and deliver professional learning for staff aligned with school priorities.

      Model effective teaching strategies and support classroom practice through coaching and mentoring.

      Support curriculum development, alignment, and implementation.

      Assist in the development and monitoring of individual learning plans and intervention programs.

      Collaborate with school leadership to support whole-school improvement initiatives.

      Support inclusive education practices, including differentiation and adjustments for diverse learners.

      Monitor and evaluate the impact of teaching strategies and interventions on student outcomes.

      Engage with families and external professionals where appropriate.

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Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Skills:

      Strong knowledge of curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment.

      Ability to analyse and interpret student data to inform practice.

      Coaching, mentoring, and professional learning facilitation skills.

      Strong collaboration and leadership skills.

      Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

      Problem-solving and reflective practice skills.

      Strong organisational and time-management skills.

      Knowledge of inclusive education and intervention strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor´s Degree in Psychology or equivalent (required)

Experience:

      Demonstrated experience as an effective classroom teacher.

      Experience supporting teachers through coaching, mentoring, or professional learning.

      Experience implementing evidence-based intervention programs.

      Experience working with diverse learners, including students with additional learning needs.

      Experience contributing to whole-school improvement initiatives (desirable).

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.