Primary Teacher

West Kirby School and College is a non-maintained special school which caters for pupils aged 5 to 19 years, with a range of complex special educational needs and disabilities (‘SEND’). We support pupils with social and communication difficulties; Autistic Spectrum Condition; ADHD; PDA; related learning and emotional, sensory and motor needs, across a range of cognitive abilities.

Our aim is for young people to leave West Kirby School and College with academic accreditations, together with developed social, emotional and communication skills.

Flexibility, humour and willingness to go the extra mile are essential for all staff to ensure a high standard of support for all our pupils.

Role Overview:

West Kirby School and College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Primary Teacher. The ideal candidate will:

• be an outstanding Primary practitioner
• be committed to working within a team promoting exciting and creative learning
• be committed to working with children with SEND
• have an understanding of/interest in Autistic Spectrum Condition
• have a passion for developing children’s interests and children’s learning
• have an understanding of dealing with challenging behaviour
• have successful delivery of SPAG
• have had involvement in recording, developing, analysing and tracking pupil progress
• work on partnerships with external agencies and schools

Application Process:

For an informal discussion please contact Mrs E Wynne, Deputy Headteacher. Application forms and further information can be downloaded from the school website: www.wkrs.co.uk or contact recruitment@wkrs.co.uk for further information.

The School does not accept CVs.

Closing Date For Applications: 9am Friday 11th February 2022

Interviews Week Commencing 14th February 2022

Salary dependent on experience + SEN point

Full time contract

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to rigorous recruitment checks. West Kirby School & College is an exempt employer as defined in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975) and as such, we have a lawful basis for requesting an enhanced DBS disclosure certificate for all employees.