Teacher of general subjects - Manor Abbey School

WMJobs; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative school seeks a passionate Teacher of General Subjects to inspire and engage secondary-aged pupils with SEMH needs. This role involves creating practical learning experiences and managing classroom challenges, making a significant impact on students' lives. The school offers a supportive environment, opportunities for professional growth, and flexible working arrangements. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering positive change and improving educational outcomes for learners who have faced difficulties in mainstream settings.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Local government pension scheme

Employee assistance programs

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a specialism in English preferred.
• Experience in managing behaviour that challenges.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across various subjects.
• Support pupils with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges.

Skills

Engagement in learning

Classroom management

Trauma-informed practices

Empathy and inclusivity

Solution-focused approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Manor Abbey School

Teacher of General Subjects

About The School

Manor Abbey School is a provision for Key Stage 3 and 4 pupils with an EHCP for Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and challenging behaviours. Opened in Abbey Hulton, Stoke on Trent in September 2024, the school initially admits up to 30 pupils across years 7 and 8, expanding to a capacity of 70 over four years.

About The Role

We are seeking an imaginative and inspiring Teacher to join our dynamic team. The role involves making learning engaging and practical while supporting behavioural challenges. The successful candidate will support pupils across all subjects, with a preference for a specialism in English, and demonstrate the ability to meet the needs of secondary-aged children who have faced difficulties accessing mainstream education.

The Successful Candidates Will

• Be an ambitious, qualified teacher from any key stage, capable of delivering a range of classroom-based subjects, preferably with a specialism in English.
• Be inclusive, empathetic, solution-focused, and passionate about making a difference for learners.
• Have an awareness of trauma-informed practices and positive mental health promotion.
• Understand and manage behaviour that challenges.
• Be a team player and an advocate for change, progression, and school improvement.

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements.
• An excellent working environment.
• Support from a dedicated school and central team.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Pay progression and recognition of continuous service.
• Generous local government pension scheme.
• Holidays.

Access to comprehensive employee assistance programs, including tech schemes, cycle-to-work schemes, online gym classes, health and wellbeing support, financial advice, counselling services, physiotherapy, eyesight testing, and retail discounts.

We also offer free car parking.

Learn More

For more information about Manor Abbey School and Manor Hall Academy Trust, please visit our websites.

Safeguarding

Manor Hall Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, including the Children's Barred List, and other pre-employment checks such as right to work, qualification verification, and references.

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