Primary School Teacher (upper KS2/Lower KS3)
West Heath School
Kent
- £25,715 - £36,961 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- West Heath School Teachers Pay Scale
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1st September 2021
- Apply by:
- 19 April 2021
Job overview
Monday-Friday 8.00am-4.00pm (Term-Time only, 39 weeks)
Salary-West Heath Teachers Pay Scale £25,715-£36,961 per annum
To start 1st September 2021
We require a dynamic, motivated, pro-active and well-organised individual to be a part of an exciting new team delivering a primary curriculum to year 7 students with a wide range of social, emotional or mental health needs. The successful candidate will have a direct impact on pupils’ lives, raising aspirations and improving opportunities for our young people.
The role will be demanding and challenging, but rewarding. A strong ability to teach a varied and flexible curriculum is essential and a knowledge of SEN strategies and programmes for special educational provision is desirable. The position will see you as part of a primary model in year 7, a key link to our upper KS2 provision and an essential member of our pastoral team as a form tutor.
All of our learners have EHCPs and as a school we are proud to promote the development of life skills and social development as equal to academic achievement. West Heath School work towards the end goal of helping students re-integrate into mainstream learning and preparation for adulthood.
Key Requirements
• Full driving licence and use of own vehicle
• Qualified Teacher Status
• To be able to implement and deliver appropriate differentiated and personalised learning to KS2 and KS3 students.
• Create and deliver a primary curriculum
• Excellent team work skills, with a flexible, engaging and adaptable approach
• Proactive, creative and innovative
• Emotionally robust and resilient
Benefits
• Free lunch and refreshments as well as free parking onsite
• Regular mentoring and coaching
• Regular training from internal and external experts
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Discounted venue hire for parties/weddings
• Employee Assist Support Line
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews offered if successfully shortlisted. The application process will be closed should we be successful with our search.
We welcome applicants to arrange informal discussions and tours of the school (Covid-19 safety measures are in place for all visitors).
Application Form, Job Descriptions and further details are on our website
www.westheathschool.com or contact whs.hrdepartment@westheathschool.com for further information.
Working at West Heath School involves close and unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups including children and as such is a regulated activity. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post (including an Enhanced DBS check)
Attached documents
About West Heath School
Our School
West Heath School is an Independent SEN residential school with charity status. We provide a therapeutically informed learning environment for children aged 10-19 who have suffered some form of trauma and are unable to access mainstream education.
Our Mission Statement
“REBUILDING LIVES THROUGH EDUCATION”
To support and empower every member of our community in the process of developing the capacity to accept and exercise responsibility; to demonstrate respect for themselves and others; to build and maintain relationships based on trust, respect and integrity; and to be courageous enough to continue to build the resilience necessary to flourish.
Our Values
Respect
Having respect for others, for ourselves and for our environment.
Responsibility
Having the courage to accept responsibility for our own actions and their consequences and taking the necessary action to do what’s right.
Relationships
Being open to the vulnerability that comes from building trusting and respectful relationships, knowing that through connection comes so much of what gives life value.
Resilience
Developing the courage to live life, accepting failure as part of learning and growth, and building the capacity to respond positively to adversity.
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