Primary Teacher
North Hill House School
Fromefield
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS1 - MPS6 plus SEN
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- ASAP
- Apply by:
- 4 February 2018
Job overview
Set in its own secure grounds, close to Frome town centre, North Hill House is an independent specialist day and residential school for boys and girls aged 6 to 19 years with autistic spectrum disorders and associated difficulties.
The school has been specifically designed to provide a strong focus for both UK and international students who need different levels of support to succeed, thus allowing young people with autistic spectrum disorders, Asperger's syndrome and associated difficulties to thrive effectively in an ever demanding and complex society. Students have ambitions to live and work as self reliant adults and we can help pupils to reach their goals with continued support, structure and guidance.
Residential provision up to 38 weeks is on the school site, with 52 week provision at Bath Road Children’s Home.
We require a motivated, skilled and resilient class teacher with SEN experience and a strong interest in supporting young people on the autistic spectrum. The role will suit a primary qualified teacher who can demonstrate energy, enthusiasm and the ability to teach effectively across a range of subject areas, and acrosss all age groups. You will have a flexible approach and will be able to meet the changing needs of our young people.
With the support of colleagues, you will develop the skills, confidence and experience to deal with the challenging behaviour that some of our students can, at times, exhibit. This role may involve some personal care and you must be a driver with at least 2 years driving experience. Enthusiasm, willingness to learn and emotional resilience are essential attributes. As Class Teacher, you will direct and mentor classroom support staff.
Experience of working in a SEN environment is essential, along with knowledge of working with ASD and complex needs.
You will join a supportive and experienced team of dedicated education and support staff. Full training and development will be provided along with a bespoke induction programme and the ability to network with teachers across other Priory sites.
About North Hill House School
Mission Statement 'The fostering of a responsible, positive outlook on life and achievement through the provision of an appropriate and stimulating educational environment.'
Purpose North Hill House aims:
- To develop and enhance abilities, giving appropriate guidance with realistic expectations.
- To plan flexible and varied individual education programmes promoting academic and life skills in a supportive learning community.
- To manage behaviour consistently, clearly defining rules and boundaries and using rewards and sanctions to demonstrate the consequences of actions.
- To help students develop strategies to cope with conflict, anger, stress and anxiety.
- To motivate students to assert themselves in a positive way while respecting the rights and sensibilities of others.
- To encourage interaction with others, promoting participation and teamwork and building self-esteem and self-reliance through a broad range of approaches.
- To promote awareness of self and others by developing relationship-building and communication skills; thus helping students to recognise and share feelings, and by offering spiritual and moral guidance.
- To demonstrate the importance of acceptable and appropriate behaviour, including equal opportunities issues. · To build and develop a partnership between home and school, which is reflective of the school's team approach.
- To develop positive links with the local community.
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