Catering Teacher

Chiltern Way Academy Basingstoke; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CWA Basingstoke is seeking an enthusiastic Catering Teacher to deliver high-quality lessons for students aged 10-16 with SEMH needs. You will adapt teaching to individual needs, provide pastoral support and help students build confidence and skills for life beyond school.

You will plan differentiated lessons, assess progress, and work with families and external agencies to support learning. A committed, resilient teacher with safeguarding focus is essential to our supportive team.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a passion for inclusive education.
• Ability to build positive and effective relationships with young people.
• Demonstrates resilience, flexibility and a solution-focused approach.
• Has high expectations of student achievement and behaviour.
• Is committed to safeguarding, wellbeing and professional development.
• Shares our belief that every child can succeed with the right support and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Assess, monitor and report student progress.
• Create a positive, safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Support students' personal, social and emotional development.
• Act as advocate and key adult for a tutor group.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, carers and external agencies.
• Contribute to curriculum development and school improvement.
• Promote literacy, numeracy, ICT, careers and British Values.

Skills

Qualified teacher

Inclusive education

Relationship building

Resilience

High expectations

Safeguarding

Professional development

Job description

CWA Basingstoke is a co-educational secondary provision for young people aged 10-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We have high expectations for every student and are committed to providing an ambitious, supportive and nurturing learning environment where young people can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, resilient and committed Catering Teacher to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with students who require positive role models, personalised learning approaches and unwavering belief in their potential.

Our staff go above and beyond to ensure every student receives the best possible educational experience. Together, we equip young people with the life skills, confidence and qualifications they need to succeed in Post-16 education, employment and adult life.

About the Role

As a Teacher at CWA Basingstoke, you will deliver high-quality teaching and learning, adapting lessons to meet the individual needs of students with SEMH needs. You will combine excellent classroom practice with strong pastoral care, helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their personal best.

You will:

• Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress.
• Create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students' personal, social and emotional development.
• Act as an advocate and key adult for a tutor group.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, carers and external agencies.
• Contribute to curriculum development and school improvement initiatives.
• Promote literacy, numeracy, ICT, careers education and British Values throughout the curriculum.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Is a qualified teacher with a passion for inclusive education.
• Has the ability to build positive and effective relationships with young people.
• Demonstrates resilience, flexibility and a solution-focused approach.
• Has high expectations of student achievement and behaviour.
• Is committed to safeguarding, wellbeing and professional development.
• Shares our belief that every child can succeed with the right support and opportunities.

Why Join CWA Basingstoke?

At CWA Basingstoke, we pride ourselves on:

• Equipping students with the life skills needed to become valuable members of their communities.
• Preparing students for Post-16 pathways and adulthood.
• Delivering a curriculum that inspires, challenges and develops knowledge and skills.
• Providing a wide range of opportunities that enhance cultural capital and personal development.

Our campus benefits from excellent facilities, including:

• A brand-new computer suite.
• A state-of-the-art fitness and gym facility.
• A modern school library.
• Dedicated learning spaces designed to support student success.

Join Us

Together, we can help our students build brighter futures and achieve their full potential.

CWA Basingstoke is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding and pre-employment checks.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We actively promote a culture where everyone is treated fairly and has the opportunity to thrive.

Chiltern Way is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Chiltern Way Academy will comply with its obligations under the GDPR and other data protection legislation.