This is a rare and exciting opportunity to come and work at our unique school as a class teacher and to make a difference to our young people who are at the heart of everything that we do.
We are a 'Good' school where Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development are outstanding.
"Staff are proud to work at the school"-Ofsted 2023
The role is suited to an experienced SEN teacher with empathy, commitment and a genuine understanding of what it takes to engage learners. We will also consider newly qualified teachers and mainstream colleagues with relevant SEN experience.
What you can expect from us:
52 week contract paid monthly with school holidays
Employee Assistance Programme, pension and Perks which include:
Well-being treatment contribution
Termly breakfast rolls
The famous monthly wellbeing treat box
A team dedicated to the well-being of all staff
Regular Training and CPD opportunities
An incredibly positive and supportive working environment
A specialist setting in a rural environment that prides itself on its outdoor and community-based learning opportunities.
The opportunity to greet our farm animals as you drive to work each morning
The job role:
Working as a class teacher with responsibility for planning and delivering high quality lessons in line with our curriculum.
Leading and managing a team of teaching assistants and support staff within your class team.
Working alongside our therapy team (SALT, Physio, OT, Clinical Psychology) to develop communication and self-regulation skills in young people.
Managing physically and emotionally challenging behaviour including the use of physical intervention when necessary.
Promoting the well-being of young people and staff across school.
Being positive and adaptable and fun.
The School is a residential special school for young people from 5-19 with Special Educational Needs including autism, attachment, PWS, moderate learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties, communication needs, therapeutic needs (including speech and language and sensory processing needs) and associated challenging behaviour.
A Visit to the school is highly recommended.