To start as soon as possible following pre-employment checks
We are looking for an experienced class teacher with a passion for SEN to join our team at Tipton Junior School. The successful candidate will also have the responsibility of Deputy SENDCO, supporting working closely with the SENDCO. You should be a committed teacher who has high expectations and believes that all children can and deserve to succeed.
The role will involve working alongside all staff and under the direction of the SENDCO to ensure that all SEND pupils are fully supported and have opportunity through specific support to flourish.
As a Classroom Teacher, you will be based in upper key stage 2.
As a SENDCo in our Trust you will:
- Be an excellent, fully qualified teacher with an understanding of how to achieve high standards
- Have achieved the National Award for SEN Coordination or a willingness to undertake it
- Have experience of working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs
- Be caring, compassionate and understanding of the needs of our children and families
- Demonstrate excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Be committed to inclusive practice and believe that every child will succeed
- Work effectively as part of the teams within school and across our Trust
- Be driven to have high expectations of yourself and others
We can offer:
- A lively, enthusiastic and supportive team of colleagues
- An energetic mix of pupils who are very proud of their schools
- Excellent CPD alongside opportunities for career progression across the Trust
Elston Hall Learning Trust has been established since 2015 and currently consists of six schools across Wolverhampton, Walsall and Sandwell. The Trust is underpinned by the moral purpose to change lives for the better and ensure our children achieve their potential. We want our children to be the best they can be and through learning believe that they can achieve anything. We share these same values for our staff and pride ourselves on a culture of support and trust. As a member of our team, you will benefit from access to an Employee Assistance Programme through Medigold Health, access to the Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme, excellent CPD opportunities as well as working with an outstanding and supportive team of colleagues.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact the school office on 0121 557 9242 or email headteacher@tiptongreen.org.uk
CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY 25TH JANUARY, 9.00 AM
Our commitment to the wellbeing and safeguarding of our young people
Elston Hall Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an Enhanced DBS and barred list check along with other relevant employment checks including at least two satisfactory references, prohibition check for teaching staff, right to work in the UK and qualifications.
Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration form prior to interview and online searches will be carried out on all shortlisted applicants. References will be sought for shortlisted applicants prior to interview where possible. If you would prefer us to not to do this, please indicate this, giving reasons, on your application form.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Further information can be found on our Trust website including our Child Protection and Safeguarding policies, the reference form we use to obtain references, and our policy on the recruitment of ex-Offenders. www.elstonhallmat.co.uk
To apply please visit https://www.elstonhallmat.co.uk/vacanciesto download an application form for teaching staff. Return completed forms to Gill McDonald, Tipton Green Junior School, Manor Road, Tipton, DY4 8PR or email your completed form to headteacher@tiptongreen.org.uk.
Hours:
Full Time, Permanent
Salary:
Teachers Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale plus SEN allowance
Address:
Tipton Green Junior School, Manor Road, Tipton, DY4 8PR
Closing Date:
Thursday 25th January, 9.00 AM
Supporting documents
Job Description
Personnel Specification