Class Teacher (SLD/ASC)

Mapledown School is a secondary special school located in Barnet for students with Severe and Profound or Complex learning difficulties, including Autism. We operate two satellite provisions at Whitefield and Copthall secondary schools. Our ethos and vision are to provide a learning environment for all members of the school community, where everyone can work and learn together. We aim to ensure our wonderful and inspiring students are given the dignity of challenge, and opportunities to be heard, become as independent as possible and achieve their very best. All young people have the right to have their individual needs met, and therefore Mapledown staff provide learners with a personalised curriculum which is focused on the successful acquisition of knowledge and skills which will have a positive impact on their lives and opportunities. 

We are looking for a teacher to join our teaching team as we are expanding. If you want to make a difference to young people’s lives, we are looking for inspiring and highly motivated teachers. If you would like to join our friendly, enthusiastic and hard-working team, we look forward to receiving your application. 

We are looking for someone who is:

• An outstanding classroom practitioner
• Dedicated to the welfare, safeguarding and achievement of every child
• Able to inspire, challenge and motivate all children
• Committed to providing outstanding learning experiences 
• Passionate about working with students who present with a range of complex needs 
• Able to remain calm and supportive under pressure.
• Creative, innovative and has a passion for improvement
• Forward thinking and committed to raising standards
• Organised and has highly developed communication skills

We can offer you:

• A warm, supportive and positive learning and working environment
• Staff who are collegiate, committed to their own professional development and to improving outcomes for the students at Mapledown
• The opportunity to be part of a team where skills, enthusiasm and desire to succeed will be recognised
• 20% non-contact time for Planning, Preparation and Assessment purposes.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Mapledown School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please apply to office@mapledown.barnet.sch.uk (application forms are available on our website https://www.mapledownschool.co.uk/ 

CLOSING DATE:  13th October 2023 at noon       

INTERVIEWS:  Week beginning 16th October   

START DATE:    January or April 2024

 “This Post is Subject to Safer Recruitment and an Enhanced DBS with Barring Check is required for this Post”.

  “Barnet Council is committed to making sure that everyone living in Barnet is safe and protected and that our specific statutory responsibilities to safeguard children and vulnerable adults are effectively met”