SEND Computing and STEM Teacher

Full Time (Temporary for a year – with the potential to become permanent)

MPS + 1 SEND Allowance

The Governing Body are looking to appoint an inspirational and self-motivated teacher to this new position within the school. If you are a dynamic, committed, and inspirational teacher who wants to make a difference to the lives and outcomes of Woodlane pupils we welcome your application.  

What we can offer you:

 ·        Wonderful pupils who are keen to learn.

·        A friendly and supportive team.

·        A knowledgeable and motivated team.

·        Varied and interesting INSET. 

·        The opportunity to participate in our ‘teacher flexible working approach’ trial, where a full-time teacher is timetabled and expected in school for 4 days a week (conditions apply, please discuss with Headteacher – see policy).

·        Currently, a free breakfast and lunch when you eat with the pupils.

·        1 annual sanity day (which can be used for personal or work-related activity).

 The successful candidate will:

 ·        Be an inspirational teacher passionate about raising school standards and achievement for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities in Computing and STEM.  

·        A track record of making a difference to pupil progress and outcomes in Computing, STEM and beyond.

·        Be an outstanding classroom practitioner.

·        Have knowledge of the National Curriculum and how to differentiate for SEND learners.

·        Have a strong commitment to extra-curricular activity.

·        Be able to support Woodlane's Dyslexia Friendly approach to raise the literacy standards of our pupils.

·        Be able to use SLCN strategies to support teaching and learning.

·        Be highly competent in the use of technology and keen to raise the profile of assisted technology on a whole school basis in partnership with the Computing Subject Leader.

·        Be keen to share best practice with others through INSET/Outreach.

·        Be someone who is highly organised.

·        Be someone who is highly resilient.

·        Be someone who puts safeguarding and child protection at the centre of practice.

Please see personal specification for full details.  

The position will include:

•  The teaching of Computing and STEM at KS3 and KS4 to GCSE level.
• The potential to teach a range of subjects at KS3 and KS4.
• Taking a lead role, in partnership with Computing Subject Leader, in inspiring and supporting staff/pupils/parents in the use of various technology.
• The delivery of targeted pupil interventions, with a focus on the use of technology, including assisted technology.
• Providing INSET to staff.
• The delivery of extra-curricular activity.
• Effectively overseeing elements of the school’s curriculum network under the direction of the Computing Subject Leader.
• Devising EHCPs and hosting Annual Review meetings.

Please see the job description for full details.

Candidates should note the following:

·        Woodlane High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All post-holders will be required to hold an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). We will also require verified references, photographic identification and any necessary overseas eligibility to work in the UK.

·        As part of our shortlisting processes we will carry out an online search for each shortlisted candidate, this forms part of our due diligence checks.

·        References will be sought prior to interview.

·        Please apply at the earliest opportunity. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive applications from outstanding candidates.

·        You are strongly encouraged to visit the school before submitting your application.

For further information and an application pack please contact Brigid Simmons, School Business Manager via email admin@woodlane.lbhf.sch.uk 

We welcome applicants from a Computing, Science or Maths background, primary or secondary teachers from mainstream or SEND schools, including strong ECTs.

Closing date: Thursday 23rd May 2024 - 9:00am

Shortlisting date: Thursday 23rd May 2024

Interview date: Thursday 6th June 2024

Position to start September 2024 or earlier if possible.