Maths Teacher

If you want to make your mark in a successful and flourishing school that is committed to improving the lives of children and young people, we have the role for you!

We now have a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring and creative Maths Teacher/Numeracy Lead to join our close-knit team at Cambian Spring Hill School. The ability to teach science would be a distinct advantage!
About the School:

Set in 30 acres of grass and woodland, Cambian Spring Hill School is a mixed independent specialist day/residential school for children aged 8 to 19, catering for children across the Autistic spectrum often with associated additional needs. Our dedicated multi-disciplinary team of staff work together to ensure successful outcomes for students who often make rapid and sustained progress from starting points.  All of our students have an EHCP.

We pride ourselves in delivering personalised learning approaches to support our children and young people and our clinical, education and care teams work cohesively to support their emotional wellbeing needs.  We prioritise developing levels of independence so that every individual has the best possible chance to thrive in today’s society.

As part of the Cambian group, we can promise you plenty of challenges and a wide variety of opportunities to develop your career.  No two days are the same at Spring Hill and life is never dull!

We welcome applications from staff who will share our commitment to help children and young people to achieve their personal best. Through ongoing development and training, we ensure our staff are able to develop professionally and are given every opportunity to extend their skills.

About the Role:

The Principal is seeking to appoint an aspiring Maths Teacher/Numeracy Lead to join this remarkable specialist ASD Residential Special School. Reporting to the Head of Education, they will be responsible for the delivery of engaging and challenging lessons, ensuring that the department and the school are successful in achieving its aims and children and young people make progress from baselines. You will be an enthusiastic, flexible and affable individual who shares our values and is looking to develop their career in this specialist area.

Who are we looking for?

While experience within a SEN specialist provision would be desirable, we will consider applications from those who are currently working in a mainstream or alternative provision setting.  Applications from NQT’s are welcomed.

Subject specialism is essential for this post as is the knowledge of current best practice in your chosen subject.

Training and development will be provided for the successful candidate in line with the identified needs of the school, the skills of the individual and their prospective career progression.

Key Accountabilities:

• Plan and teach well-structured lessons that pique their interest and curiosity and meet specific numeracy based objectives as identified in individual EHCP’s and PEP’s
• Manage learner expectations and levels of engagement, using approaches which are appropriate to individual need
• Work constructively with learning support staff and the clinical team in order to effectively manage student anxiety effectively to ensure an enjoyable and safe working environment
• Know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas you teach, including statutory assessment requirements
  

Essential Criteria:

• Experience of teaching at KS2, KS3 or KS4 in a specialist or mainstream setting
• A positive work ethic to ensure the needs of all students
• Is passionate about making learning enjoyable and relevant
• Qualified in subject specialism
• Enhanced DBS cleared and satisfactory references
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Have a cheerful disposition and a good sense of humour!

Why work for us?

A few reasons we think Spring Hill is a great place to work:

• Continuous professional development and training for a clear career path
• Opportunity to enrich the lives of young people and make a positive difference
• Be part of a fantastic team who work hard together and support each othe
• No two days are ever the same!
• Free School Meals

To apply for this position please send your CV to Marie Stewart at Marie.Stewart@cambiangroup.com.

Closing Date: 1st June 2020
Ideally, we require someone to start as soon as possible, however we are prepared to wait until September 2020 for the right person.  

Spring Hill School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and visitors to site to share this commitment.  This post is subject to an enhanced level DBS disclosure and medical clearance.