Foundation Studies/SEND Teacher (T273)

Riverside College Halton; Widnes; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside College Halton in Widnes is seeking a Foundation Studies teacher with a strong vocational background in learning disabilities. The post reports to the Head of School and requires a teaching qualification with continuous professional development.

The role is full-time and permanent, with flexibility for part-time applicants. Expected duties include contributing to the college experience, building supportive relationships with students and stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Relevant vocational qualification or significant experience in learning disabilities preferred.
• Teaching qualification.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Reports to Head of School, Foundation Studies.
• Undertake duties and responsibilities in compliance with regulatory, legislative and college procedural requirements.
• Contribute to the whole college experience.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Flexible approach

Logical thinking

Education

Teaching qualification

Vocational qualification or experience in learning disabilities

Job description

Qualifications

• Relevant vocational qualification or significantexperience in the field of learning disabilities preferred
• Teaching qualification
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Knowledge/Experience

• Strong vocational background in the field of learningdisabilities
• Significant and successful teaching experience in FoundationStudies with a proven record of success is preferable
• Experience of effective team working and effectiverelationships between staff and students
• Ability to develop supportive working relationships withparents and other key stakeholders
• Knowledge of curriculum and assessment issues
• Detailed understanding of curriculum developments andnational initiatives in learning disabilities
• Current knowledge of legislation surrounding disabilitywould be preferable
• Knowledge of safeguarding issues
• Knowledge of equality and diversity issues

Skills/Attributes

• Ability to manage and resolve a range of situations inthe best interests of the students
• Ability to contribute to the whole college experience
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Effective communicator
• Flexible approach
• Logical approach to problem solving

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work flexible hours

Post Information

• Reports to Head of School, Foundation Studies
• Salary – £32,769 - £48,084 pro rata if part time
• Hours - Full Time, Permanent (Part Time wouldbe considered – please indicate this on your application form)
• The post holder will undertake all duties andresponsibilities in compliance with regulatory, legislative and collegeprocedural requirements.