Class Teacher

TN United Kingdom; South Benfleet; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Class Teacher for a specialist school in Benfleet. This exciting role offers the chance to work with pupils with diverse needs, promoting their achievement and wellbeing. The school values innovative approaches and aims to support learners in making meaningful progress. Whether you're an experienced educator or just starting out, this position provides an opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment. Join a dedicated team committed to transforming education for young people aged 3-19 years and help create a nurturing atmosphere where every student can thrive.

Benefits

Free online safeguarding training

DBS check assistance

Potential for permanent appointment

Qualifications

• Must have appropriate qualifications and training for teaching.
• Experience in special needs settings is valued but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead class teams and support creative teaching approaches.
• Provide individualized planning and contribute to student reviews.
• Collaborate on curriculum development and monitor education quality.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Classroom Management

Creative Problem Solving

Individualized Planning

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Training

Job description

Seeking a Class Teacher to Join a Specialist School in Benfleet!

We are looking for enthusiastic and inspiring teachers who will promote the achievement and wellbeing of pupils with severe, moderate, and complex needs. Whether you're an experienced teacher seeking a change or a new teacher starting your journey, we welcome all applications for this exciting opportunity at an amazing school.

This is a brave special school for pupils aged 3-19 years, currently supporting 228 young people. The school moved into a superb new building in September 2017 and is developing a successful 20-bed residential provision, which serves as an educational intervention as part of the school's holistic approach.

Previous experience working in a special needs setting is not essential. Our aim is to support our learners in making meaningful progress, rooted in a mission to be transformational. We value doing things differently to ensure learners achieve and enjoy life.

The successful candidate will be a professional who recognizes the importance of innovative approaches to ensure learners' success and enjoyment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead curious and effective class teams confidently.
2. Support your team to work creatively and solution-focused.
3. Exemplify high teaching standards and promote high expectations.
4. Provide highly individualized planning, creating new strategies as needed based on learner needs.
5. Contribute to Annual Review documentation and meetings, impacting the young person's experience and achievements.
6. Listen to all voices around the learner, incorporating insights into curriculum and support strategies.
7. Work with your team to raise standards through staff performance management.
8. Assist in developing and delivering training in teaching and learning.
9. Collaborate with Curriculum Leaders on curriculum development, planning, recording, reporting, and assessment.
10. Support the Senior Leadership Team in monitoring and evaluating the quality of education.
11. Ensure effective communication and safeguarding with staff and families.
12. Narrate progress and identify areas for further development.
13. Contribute to the daily organization and running of the school.
14. Undertake professional duties as delegated by the headteacher.

If you are a passionate SEND/Primary/Secondary/EYFS/FE teacher looking for a new challenge in September, please APPLY NOW!

All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for more details.

Pay rates are inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This role is initially temporary, with potential for permanent appointment later.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We conduct safeguarding checks in accordance with the DfE guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, which may include an online search of shortlisted applicants.

We offer free online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training. Candidates must undertake or have completed a valid DBS check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance is provided. For our privacy policy, visit the Protocol Education website.