English Teacher

Compass Community; Blaxhall; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent specialist school in Blaxhall is seeking an English specialist teacher to plan and deliver engaging lessons for students aged 11 to 17 with diverse needs. The role emphasizes building positive relationships and managing complex behaviors. The position offers a salary of £36,208 - £49,885 plus additional benefits. They are committed to safeguarding and diversity in the workplace.

Benefits

Staff laptop and mobile phone

Annual car allowance

Extensive training opportunities

Small class sizes

Enhanced occupational sickness scheme

Flexible pension

Employee benefit services

Qualifications

• Ability to plan and deliver a curriculum that spans Entry Level to GCSE.
• Experience with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Commitment to fostering a nurturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement engaging lesson plans for diverse learners.
• Develop positive and professional relationships with students.
• Collaborate with staff to improve academic and therapeutic outcomes.

Skills

Experience in teaching English

Ability to manage challenging behaviors

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of SEN strategies

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Who We Are

Compass Community School Woodbridge is an independent specialist school providing high-quality, therapeutic and child-centred education to pupils from 11 to 17 years of age in Woodbridge, Suffolk. Our children come from a wide range of backgrounds, but all have Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH). Many will also have other Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) such as Autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties. The work we do is both varied and challenging and, as a trauma and attachment informed organisation, all staff are provided with extensive therapeutic training and support. Our closely triangulated approach places the child at the centre of decision making, ensuring that education and therapy professionals, parents/carers, local authority teams and, most importantly, our students can work together to secure outstanding outcomes for all.

The Role

We are all primarily teachers of children before teachers of subjects. Central to this role is knowing the child, building professional, nurturing and positive relationships and motivating students. We require an English specialist with experience and/or ability to plan and deliver a curriculum that spans Entry Level, Functional Skills, Key stage 3 and GCSE. No matter the accreditation which is best for the child to pursue, we maintain high aspirations for our children regardless of their learning journey and don’t underestimate the importance of qualifications to provide our children with life chances and opportunities.

Compass Community School teachers inspire children, creating a sense of awe and wonder and making subjects and lessons real and relevant to them. They plan exciting and engaging learning opportunities which challenge and push students, whether they are working on the very basics or they are have a special talent or passion for the subject. Our children require very special teachers who are able to manage some complex and challenging behaviours. They will know that our children require lots of attention, the right sort of communication, consistency and flexibility in equal measure, and a non-judgemental approach. We want our teachers to be part of the decision making that drives our school, provides outcomes for children and advocates for every child. We welcome their input in developing both the academic curriculum and the opportunities in our extra-curricular offer – bringing their own interests and passions to the table.

Benefits And Rewards

• Staff laptop and mobile phone
• Base salary of £36,208 - £49,885 plus annual car allowance of £2,400
• Extensive training and professional qualification opportunities
• Small class sizes with specialist TA support
• The chance to be part of an expanding, national organisation that recognises skill, effort and potential and grows its own leadership teams
• Enhanced occupational sickness scheme
• Flexible pension
• Regular therapeutic and supportive supervision
• Employee benefit service with access to wellbeing services, salary sacrifice schemes, high street vouchers, money off eating-out and takeaways

Safeguarding

Compass Community Schools are highly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau) and undergo due diligence checks on social media use. All school-based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times. Compass is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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