Teacher - Westfield Arts School

Dorset Council UK; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Westfield Arts College is seeking a dedicated Teacher to join their exceptional team, focusing on delivering Maths and Science to students with special educational needs. The part-time position, 4 days a week, offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a nurturing environment, backed by skilled staff. Applicants should possess a thorough understanding of SEND and effective teaching strategies.

Benefits

Supportive staff team

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in teaching core subjects.
• Experience with pupils who have moderate/complex learning difficulties.
• Understanding of therapeutic approaches required.

Responsibilities

• Delivering an engaging Maths and Science curriculum to secondary pupils.
• Managing the learning needs of pupils with SEND.

Skills

Teaching

Understanding of SEND

Engagement

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Westfield Arts College

Teacher

0.8 - (4 Days a Week - Monday to Thursday)

SEN minimum allowance

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher to join our team at Westfield Arts College. This position would be suitable for a primary practitioner with proven strength in teaching and learning in core subjects. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the learning needs for pupils with SEND and the ability to deliver an engaging Maths and Science curriculum to secondary aged pupils who are working significantly below age related expectations. Where appropriate, our pupils work towards Entry Level and Functional Skills qualifications.

Understanding a therapeutic approach to managing the needs of our pupils is essential to all roles across the school and it is expected that the successful candidate will undertake appropriate training.

This is part-time post (4 days a week Monday to Thursday) offered on a permanent basis.

Westfield is a highly regarded 4-19, 233 pupil Dorset special school. All pupils have moderate/complex learning difficulties and more than half have a diagnosis of ASD. The successful candidate will be joining a vibrant and successful school. They will also receive the full support of an exceptionally committed and skilful staff team. Ofsted judged us as outstanding in February 2023.

Westfield is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Government’s safer recruitment guidelines. We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing Date: Wednesday 18 June 2025

Interviews: Wednesday 25 June 2025

Job description and application forms are available via the Dorset for you website.

Further information about Westfield can be found at www.westfield.dorset.sch.uk.