Teacher of Complex Special Educational Needs

Derby Moor Spencer Academy; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Supportive team

Disability Confident Employer

Job summary

Derby Moor Spencer Academy in the East Midlands is seeking to appoint an individual to plan for and teach students with complex Special Educational Needs, delivering a bespoke curriculum for Year 1–4 pupils within a primary setting.

You will develop schemes of learning based on a stage-not-age approach, integrating phonics with English, Maths, Science and Humanities, and you will be assessed against the Teacher Standards within a supportive, collaborative academy.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching students with complex Special Educational Needs and delivering bespoke curriculum.
• Develop schemes of learning based on a ‘stage not age’ approach
• Carry out the functions of a teacher in accordance with the Teacher Standards and school aims.

Responsibilities

• Plan for and teach students with complex SEN at Year 1–4 primary level.
• Develop schemes of learning to meet needs of students focusing on phonics alongside core subjects.

Skills

Teaching

Phonics

Special Educational Needs

Curriculum planning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

PGCE

Tools

MS Office

Smartboard

Job description

Derby Moor is a vibrant and exciting place to work and to learn as both a student and a member of staff. Our school motto of ‘Together We Succeed’ captures our approach to life and learning at the academy and also reflects the diversity and aspiration of our school community. Our motto is underpinned by our four core values:

Achievement - We believe that everyone can achieve, regardless of background or personal circumstance.

Aspiration - We believe our students and staff can be the best in their chosen field. Our renowned employability curriculum gives our students the knowledge, skills-base and experiences they need to aim for greatness and to aspire to be the best they can be. For staff, our bespoke cpd offer ensures they have developmental opportunities and are supported to become expert practitioners.

High Expectations - We believe high expectations are the foundations of success and expect the highest standards from our community. This is in terms of their conduct, communication and commitment to their own development. We are preparing students for life and the world of work, as such, we will not settle for anything less than excellence.

Community - We believe that the community at Derby Moor is unique and is key in preparing our young people for life in modern Britain. Our community is diverse and we all embrace the rich variety of faiths, cultures and backgrounds that exist here, working together to ensure everyone feels valued, safe and fulfilled.

At Derby Moor Spencer Academy, we take great pride in the facilities that we offer our students. Our school was re-built in 2013 and now features a welcoming entrance plaza, state of the art technology and a diverse range of learning spaces and sports facilities.

We are seeking to appoint an individual:

• To plan for and teach students with complex Special Educational Needs who require a bespoke and personalised curriculum working at Year 1-4 Primary school level.
• To develop schemes of learning to meet the needs of students based on a ‘stage not age’ approach that incorporate teaching of phonics alongside English, Maths, Science and Humanities subjects.
• To carry out the functions of a teacher in accordance with the Teacher Standards and the stated aims and objectives of the Derby Moor Academy and the Faculty.

In return, as part of the Spencer Academies Trust, we can offer you:

• A GOOD school (OFSTED 2012, 2017)
• A friendly, supportive and professional team of staff
• A commitment to provide Continuing Professional Development
• An excellent support programme for new staff

The Trust and its member academies are committed to promoting equality and diversity in both employment and education provision. We aim to ensure that students, parents, governors, employees, contractors, partners, clients and other stakeholders within the Trust community are treated fairly, and with dignity and respect regardless of Protected Characteristics.

Spencer Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Committed Employer.