English Teacher Position Available in September - SEMH School in Caterham, Surrey
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Range: £31,350 - £46,179 annually (M1 - UPS2 Fringe) + £5,000 Welcome Bonus for Qualified Teachers*
Hours: 40 hours per week
Start Date: 02/09/24
We are supporting a popular school for SEMH students in finding a dedicated English Teacher to join their team in Caterham. The role involves delivering exceptional teaching and learning experiences to students aged 11-16 with communication and social interaction challenges, primarily associated with Autism.
This school is part of a larger group of schools, sharing leadership but maintaining distinct teams at each site. Each site has its own Assistant Head, teachers, and teaching assistants, supported by a full therapy team. Collaboration and movement between sites are encouraged for both students and staff.
Why Join Them?
- Make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and their families.
- Contribute to the diverse and creative curriculum.
- Engage with an inspiring student body.
- Work within a committed and collaborative multi-disciplinary team.
- Join an organisation that prioritises the well-being of both students and staff.
- Benefit from an organisation that invests in and supports its staff.
Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be accountable to the school leadership teams, performing various duties including, but not limited to:
- Contributing to curriculum delivery and development tailored to students' educational, physical, and social needs.
- Collaborating effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Utilising short, medium, and long-term plans for curriculum delivery.
- Setting, monitoring, and reviewing personalised learning targets.
- Monitoring, assessing, and reporting on student progress to stakeholders.
- Developing lesson plans and self-reflecting on outcomes.
- Participating in reviews of Statements, EHC plans, PEP, and LAC reviews.
- Structuring lessons to maintain engagement, motivation, and challenge.
- Staying informed on current autism-related issues to enhance teaching and learning.
- Working non-confrontationally to meet individual student needs.
Qualifications and Experience:
- PGCE, QTS, or an equivalent teaching qualification.
- Ability to teach English up to GCSE level.
- Relevant experience and knowledge of working with pupils with ASD, SEMH, and PDA.
- Understanding of Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
- Experience managing a variety of behavioural approaches, including challenging behaviours.
Benefits:
- Life assurance
- Competitive pension scheme
- *Welcome bonus distributed in two parts: 50% post-probation and 50% after one year of service
- Perkbox - High street discounts
- Employee assistance program
- Car lease scheme
- Fully funded training and qualifications
- Bike to work scheme
- Free membership to Health cash back plan for services such as dental, optical, and physiotherapy
How to Apply:
To apply for this role or just to express an interest, please apply now or contact Paul Hirchfield on 01293 527416 for more information.
Join this successful team and make a real difference!
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