Literacy Subject Lead
Pield Heath House School
Hillingdon
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS + SEN + TLR2
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 10 May 2024
Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced special education teacher / leader who can provide positive and stimulating learning experiences for our students whilst working in partnership with families and the school community. The ideal candidate will be a good team player with organisation skills and a highly structured approach that supports their ability to teach a range of subjects to our students.
The school provides a person-centred curriculum, adapted to each child and young person’s developmental and learning needs, offering a variety of educational programs designed to meet the needs of students with severe to complex learning needs, Autism, communication and sensory processing difficulties, and associated behaviours.
We currently have an opportunity to lead the subject area of English / Literacy and be part of the school’s Middle Leadership Team. We are looking for candidates who will take the lead to plan, co-ordinate and quality assure their given subject area to ensure that the subject is consistently well planned throughout the school, paying special attention to the structure, methodology and delivery of the learning experience. Bringing their experience of practical, experiential and therapeutic education strategies to bear, the successful candidate will ensure that our students really engage in learning and are given all the tools they need to progress.
In order to be successful in this role, you will:-
- Have attained Qualified Teaching Status.
- Have experience of co-ordinating, leading and quality assuring your subject area of Literacy / English as a subject leader.
- Have experience of the National Curriculum framework.
- Have experience of working with young people with a range of learning needs and destination aims, and developing appropriate strategies to help them achieve their goals.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills with a practical approach to engaging students.
- Have experience of working with children/young people with special educational needs and learning disabilities who may be on the autistic spectrum.
- Have experience preparing students for examinations and assessments.
The successful applicant will have a positive can-do attitude and good sense of humour that will make learning engaging for the students that they come into contact with.
In return we can offer:
- A welcoming friendly community providing an opportunity to work with a fantastic group of young people.
- A happy and supportive working environment with high expectations and standards of teaching & learning.
- Teaching teams who work collaboratively to share expertise and workload.
- Excellent supportive staff committed to achieving exceptionally high standards.
- Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to support career progression.
Benefits:
- CPD and career progression.
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
- On site lunches available to staff.
- Free parking is available on site as well as nearby access to both train (Metropolitan and Piccadilly) and bus services.
Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy before the date shown if sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application as early as possible if you are interested in this position.
Safeguarding Statement
Pield Heath House School is dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts advertised at the school are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks and must have satisfactory references
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About Pield Heath House School
About Pield Heath House School
At Pield Heath School we provide a secure, enjoyable and stimulating place to work and learn, where our students maximise their learning experiences and potential.
"Our school is a rewarding and inspiring place to work. We are very proud of our achievements and the children that we are privileged and advantaged to work alongside" is how one of our teachers describes working at Pield Heath House School.
History and Ethos
Founded in 1901 we are a non-maintained school for young people aged 7-19. We offer day, residential and short break provision for those with moderate to severe learning difficulties, complex learning and behavioural needs, including autistic spectrum disorders and associated speech, language and communication difficulties. Our aim is to provide a broad range of learning experiences so that all our students reach their full potential, are able to live life to the full and become valued and valuable members of their communities.
We are a Catholic School but welcome students from all other faiths. Our ethos is founded on the principle of respect for all regardless of religion, gender, race or social background, we value the contributions of all individuals equally.
Location
Located in Uxbridge, Middlesex we are situated close to the M25 and M4 motorways with ample car parking on site. We are well served by excellent public transport links being a short bus ride from Uxbridge tube station on the Metropolitan and Piccadilly lines.
Our School
Our school provides learning in small class sizes with a high level of individual support. Each of our students has a personalised education programme which addresses their specific needs to live a fulfilled life in a challenging and changing world. We offer a differentiated curriculum supported by an experienced Therapies team who work alongside educational and residential staff in supporting the development of each individual student. Our students who board benefit from learning life skills in a 24 hour curriculum.
On site, in addition to our residential house we also have a well-equipped sensory room, soft play area and for those students who are unable to access learning in a classroom environment we have an Inclusion Hub which provides individual spaces for learning and developing the skills to allow the student to reintegrate, over time, back into the classroom. We have a horticulture team and students are able to learn and develop their skills within our extensive grounds. Students enjoy and develop by cycling on our Cycle Track and learn road and travel safety in our Travel Training Centre.
We are proud to be a Thrive accredited school and follow its principles to help support the emotional and social development of our students. Pield Heath is a member of the British Institute for Learning Disabilities (BiLD) and embrace the principles of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) to support our students. We support staff, therapists and parents to deliver a programme for each student to help improve their confidence, independence, behaviour and social interactions.
Our Team and Professional Development
Our staff are a supportive, dynamic and forward thinking team of professionals who are committed to working together to obtain the best possible outcomes for our young people. They participate in on-going CPD training and we regularly invite external organisations to lead additional training sessions. We are a Training School as part of the West London Teaching Schools Alliance and offer mentoring opportunities and successfully training teachers alongside St Mary's University.
Pield Heath is a demanding, yet rewarding environment and we are committed to working together to obtain the best possible outcomes for all our young learners.
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