Class Teacher

North Star 240° is the secondary provision of North Star Academy Trust based in North Bristol, specialising in supporting pupils experiencing Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties. We aim to be part of a joined-up provision offering our pupils the outstanding education they deserve.

We are looking for an experienced and successful teacher who has the ability to teach across all key stages but predominantly KS3, ideally with a background within an SEMH school. Pupils in KS3 are taught on a primary model and so you will the teach majority of the curric to your tutor group Like us, you will be passionate about safeguarding, deeply committed to releasing potential, and determined to make a difference every day.

You will bring our innovative curriculum to life as you maintain good order and discipline, engage pupils with SEN, and stimulate children of all abilities to reach their full potential. We will give you real scope to develop the social, emotional and cultural aspects of our pupils’ learning, and encourage you to set clear targets for both behaviour and academic achievement. This means you will enjoy plenty of autonomy and wide-ranging opportunities to shape the way we work.

We are looking for a teacher with:

Good Knowledge of SEN Code of Practice, in particular SEMH education

Experience with the use of assessment data and implementing strategies for raising achievement of pupils with SEMH

Commitment to working collaboratively as part of a team to actively promote inclusion and ensure the safeguarding of all pupils

Experience of managing HLTAs and/or LSAs in the classroom

You will be part of:

A dedicated team of staff who strive for excellence

A caring and inclusive ethos

A school which has supportive trustees and parents with high expectations of the school

In return, we offer a competitive salary, pension, a supportive team, training and development and the potential for career progression for the right person.

Please refer to the job description and employee specification attached.

Interviews will be held on week commencing 14th February 2022

The Trust Board staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share in this commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.