SEN Class Teacher

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

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate SEN Class Teacher to join their vibrant community. This role involves creating personalized learning experiences for students with autism and complex needs, ensuring that every child reaches their full potential. You will be part of a supportive team dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment. The school values collaboration and offers extensive professional development opportunities, making it an ideal place for educators committed to excellence in teaching. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of children, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free parking on site

Discounts on gym and wellbeing services

Access to Occupational Health

Comprehensive induction

Extensive CPD programme

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching children with autism and complex needs.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality personalized education for children with autism.
• Collaborate with a committed staff team to enhance learning.

Skills

Personalized Learning

Teaching Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Resilience

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience with SEN

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Job details

Job title: SEN Class Teacher - autism with complex needs

Job reference: REQ2321

Date posted: 07/05/2024

Application closing date: 12/07/2024

Location: Erith

Salary: MPS/UPS plus SEN 1

Contractual hours: 37

Basis: Full time

Job category/type: Teacher

Post Location: Woodside Academy, Colyers Lane, Erith, Kent, DA8 3PB

Position Status: Permanent

Contractual Weeks: 52 per year

Salary: MPS/UPS plus SEN 1

Post Start Date: September 2024 or sooner if possible

Closing Date: 12th July 2024

Interview Dates: 15th - 19th July 2024

About Woodside Academy

Woodside Academy is an all-age special school, (EYFS-Post 16) for pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism. The school is a flourishing and vibrant learning community located in the London Borough of Bexley. The school’s motto is “All together better” and we are committed to achieving our shared goal of individual and collective excellence for all. Visitors to the school frequently comment on the welcome they receive, the calm and positive ethos as well as how much pupils and staff enjoy being at school.

About our Trust

London South East Academies Trust currently comprises twelve schools, providing high quality education for 5-19-year olds across the boroughs of Bromley, Bexley, Lambeth and Surrey. Our schools, all rated Good by Ofsted, include a mainstream primary alongside special and alternative provision. Formerly known as Bromley Educational Trust, our expanding multi academy trust was renamed in 2016, reflecting our aim to develop excellent education across the wider region.

We want to attract students from across South East London irrespective of their postcode and family background. We want people to be confident that within our schools, they will have a real opportunity to fulfil their potential and the experience will be enjoyable and rewarding.

About our Vacancy

Vacancies exist within our primary and secondary phase. We offer a comprehensive and bespoke CPD programme throughout the year and have a good record of upskilling staff at all levels. As all children have an EHCP and are working significantly below age-related expectations, the role is more likely to suit those who are trained/experienced within Early Years, Primary or Special settings. ECTs and those with SEN/autism experience are also welcome to apply.

We operate an EYFS/Primary model of teaching up to and including Year 13 with some specialist teaching in Y10-13.

This is an opportunity for a teacher who actively collaborates in an ambitious team. We are particularly keen to hear from you if you have experience of delivering tailored and personalised learning programmes for children with SEND.

We are seeking to appoint a class teacher who is:

1. Passionate about high quality personalised provision for children with autism.
2. An excellent teacher with experience or expertise in working with pupils with complex needs in EYFS/Primary/Special Needs.
3. Will be an excellent role model, especially encouraging positive relationships with everyone they come into contact with.
4. Equipped with strong inter-personnel skills.
5. A resilient practitioner committed to further development.
6. Someone who loves working closely with others to change things for the better.

We offer:

1. Friendly, enthusiastic, delightful pupils and students who teach us something new every day.
2. A committed and caring staff team who support and develop each other.
3. A proactive and supportive SLT.
4. A comprehensive induction and an ongoing extensive CPD programme.
5. Opportunities to develop your skills and talents.
6. Small class sizes with high pupil/staff ratio.
7. Free parking on site.
8. Advantages of belonging to a multi-academy trust, e.g. discounts on gym and wellbeing services, access to free and confidential Occupational Health and Employee Assistance Programmes.

Your Application

References will be requested for those shortlisted only and prior to interview. Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

This post is considered to be a customer-facing position; as such it falls within scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers. The school therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the person specification. These will be applied during the recruitment/selection and probationary stages.

Woodside Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school.

Woodside Academy is committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.

As the Trust supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an ‘Enhanced’ DBS (formerly CRB) check, along with a Children’s Barred List check if in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove to be unsatisfactory to the Trust. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you fail to make a full disclosure or provide sight of your DBS certificate then your offer of employment is likely to be withdrawn. The Trust's DBS policy covers the recruitment of ex-offenders which is available upon request.