ICT/Computing Teacher

We are looking for an ICT/Computing Teacher to join our friendly and supportive team. This would suit a subject specialist in ICT/Computing that would also be comfortable in delivering some Year 7/8 Maths.

New Forest School is an Ofsted outstanding (2022), small independent school with an excellent reputation for working with vulnerable students with ASD, attachment difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs and challenging behaviours.

Students and staff benefit from access to excellent facilities on our split site school, including access to our school farm and Outdoor Learning Centre. Extremely small class sizes and high staff ratios allow us to provide highly bespoke and individualised educational provision to our students with additional support provided from our therapy and pastoral teams.

The successful candidate will:

• Plan and deliver lessons whilst following the national curriculum.
• Have a desire to work in an SEN setting.
• Have the ability to deliver Maths to Year 7/8 if required (advantageous but not essential)
• Be approachable, flexible and adaptable, with a desire to make a difference in our students lives.
• Have the capability for supporting children with social and emotional behavioural needs within an educational environment.
• Possess effective communication and relationship building skills.
• Be passionate about providing quality education care and support to young people.
• To intervene physically with our students, when required, using Team Teach trained techniques when de-escalation strategies have failed (full training will be provided).
• Demonstrate analytical thinking Improve the quality of pupils' learning.
• Build team commitment with colleagues and in the classroom engage and motivate pupils.

Qualifications and requirements:

• QTS or equivalent required.
• Proven teaching experience. 
• Desire to work in an SEN setting.
• Effective communication skills and build good relationships.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Full UK driving licence – desirable

What we offer in return:

• Competitive salary
• Supportive, passionate and friendly working environment
• Staff bonus scheme after qualifying period and subject to company performance
• Excellent Continuing Professional Development opportunities
• Staff Introduction Bonus - up to £1500
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Comprehensive Induction Programme

New Forest Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People, applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.