High Needs Base SEND Teacher

High Needs Base SEND Teacher

Required for 27th February 2023 Pay Scale: MPS 1-3 (£28,000-£31,750.00)

Fixed Term until 31.08.2023 in the first instance

Hemlington Hall is a forward-thinking, inclusive Academy, promoting a positive ethos of learning and care, rated Good by Ofsted in October 2021.

We are a mainstream Primary Academy with specialist ‘through provision’ across three SEND Bases: a flagship school within the Local Authority. Our High Needs Base is a modern, purpose-built learning environment with 16 children aged 4 – 7 years with a range of moderate learning difficulties and medical needs. Ofsted recognised our high quality teaching, provision and resources and a commitment to overcoming barriers to learning and supporting children’s progress.

We are looking for an outstanding Teacher to lead up to 5 support staff within the HNB and become an active participant of the SEND Team. Knowledge of specific learning difficulties and experience in teaching children with special educational needs is desirable. A passion for teaching and supporting children with additional needs and the ability to liaise with parents and wider professionals is essential.

Applicants must include in their Application a Supporting Letter stating relevant strengths and experiences appropriate to the Job Description and Person Specification.

The successful applicants must:

• have a passion for teaching and supporting the academic, social and emotional needs of individuals within the setting
• have knowledge of Special Educational Needs and the national, statutory agenda
• have thorough knowledge of the EYFS and KS1 curricula
• teach and co-ordinate a classroom with children with complex and diverse needs
• lead, manage and organise the work of several support staff within the Base
• communicate confidently and develop partnerships within the SEND Team and wider services including health, social care, parents and staff
• work within policies and procedures to monitor, report and raise standards for children within the class
• maintain high standards and implement the new SEND Code of Practice
• demonstrate outstanding practice in teaching and pupil progress
• use appropriate assessment to inform planning and progression
• demonstrate a commitment to thoroughly meeting Teacher / Post-Threshold Standards

Visits to the school are welcome by prior appointment. Visit dates available are:

Wednesday 30th November 3.45pm

Thursday 1st December 11.30am

Friday 2nd December 9am

Monday 5th December 3.15pm

Tuesday 6th December 3.45pm

Thursday 8th December 1.15pm

Please telephone the school office on 01642 591171 from November 28th to arrange or email the school office on admin@hemlingtonhallacademy.co.uk marked HNB TEACHER VACANCY.

Hemlington Hall Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS clearance (certificate of disclosure form from the Disclosure and Barring Service). Pre-employment checks including an online and social media search (KCSIE 2022) will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed.

Application packs are available to download from the school website and should be returned accompanied by a letter of application outlining your strengths and educational experiences. All completed applications must be returned via email to the School Business Manager kmcgill@hemlingtonhallacademy.co.uk

Closing date: Monday 12th December 2022 by 9am.

Shortlisting date: Monday 12th December 2022

Interview dates: Friday 16th December 2022