Class Teacher (primary and secondary)

Jobsinsomerset; Martock; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a newly opened SEMH school, where you can make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children. This role offers the chance to work within a forward-thinking team dedicated to providing the best education possible. As a qualified teacher, you will engage creatively with learners, helping them thrive in a supportive environment. With a structured induction program and a strong commitment to staff well-being, this position is perfect for passionate educators looking to shape the future of young people in South Somerset. Join us and be part of a transformative journey!

Benefits

Structured induction programme

Supportive community

Commitment to staff well-being

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with experience in primary, secondary, or special education.
• Ability to engage learners creatively and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support vulnerable children with Social and Emotional Mental Health needs.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team to improve educational outcomes.

Skills

Teaching

Resilience

Creativity

Adaptability

Team Management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Experience in Primary/Special Education

Job description

Closing in 4 days (12 May 2025 12:00 pm)

Job details

Employer: Hill View School

Location: Martock, Somerset,

Contract type: Permanent

Working pattern: Full time

About the job

Key information

• Working pattern: Full Time
• Contract type: Permanent

If you are looking for a once in a career opportunity to help shape a newly opened SEMH school, make a significant impact, and real difference, while applying and developing your skills and knowledge further, then this is the post for you!

This is an exciting opportunity to influence the direction of Hill View School to further improve the lives of some of the most vulnerable children and young people in South Somerset. Hill View School is a special school providing education for 120 learners aged 5 – 16 years (mixed), with Social and Emotional Mental Health as the identified primary need. The school situated in Martock is currently in the pre-opening phase, with an opening date of September 2024.

The school opened with an intake of 60 learners (initially Years 1 to 9 from Sept 2024), growing over 3 years to a full capacity of 120 learners.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

Are you a resilient, enthusiastic, energetic and effective teacher? Are you passionate about education, have high aspirations for young people and have the ability to engage learners in a motivating and creative manner? If so, come and join our team.

The successful candidate will be a qualified teacher with experience of either primary, secondary or special sectors and able to demonstrate they are:

• Adaptable and passionate, with the drive to ensure our learners receive the best possible education.
• Resilient and emphatic.
• Positive, reflective and creative, with a flexible approach.
• Forward-thinking, inspirational, and receptive to change.
• Able to work within the larger school team and manage a small team of class staff.
• Able to respond calmly to challenging behaviour with sensitivity and resilience.

What is in it for me?

In return we can offer you:

• The opportunity to teach within a forward thinking and supportive team.
• A structured induction programme.
• A supportive community and a committed team of staff that are equally determined to give learners the best possible opportunities.
• A strong commitment to staff well-being.

To support your application please outline your skills, experience, and suitability for the role as specified in the job description and specification. Please ensure all gaps in employment are recorded

Please note: all positions at Hill View School require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance due to direct access to children.

We are not able to take ECT’s at this time. You must also have the right to work in the UK as we do not offer any sponsorship.

Safeguarding Statement

Hill View School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.