Resource Base Lead

This thriving Acorn Education Trust school is looking to appoint a Resource Base Lead to teach in our Complex Needs Resource Base and lead the team. The Avenue Primary School is set in the charming market town of Warminster, Wiltshire. As part of the Acorn Education Trust, the school provides exciting opportunities to improve local education.

We want our children to remember their years at The Avenue Primary School as having been challenging, but also rewarding, fun and enjoyable. We are immensely proud of our school and the facilities we can offer. Our Complex Needs Resource Base is an integral part of our school and the children are fully involved in all aspects of school life. You will be lead our Resource Base team which is made up of experienced teachers and TAs, as well as being part of the larger whole school team.

We would like to hear from you if you:

• Are committed to inclusive practices and able to model and inspire this in a team;
• Can challenge and support children in their learning embracing adaptive teaching;
• Can provide outstanding learning opportunities for our children within a safe yet stimulating learning environment;
• Have a good knowledge of the EYFS and KS1 curriculum;
• Have experience of working with children with SEND especially those with more complex cognition, communication and emotional needs;
• Have a good understanding of how small steps of knowledge can be built on;
• Are dedicated to and have high expectations of children and a belief that all children can succeed;
• Proven ability in raising outcomes for pupils;
• Are creative, organised, determined and resilient;
• Have excellent communication, inter-personal skills and high levels of emotional intelligence;
• Can liaise effectively with parents and outside agencies;
• Are able to work effectively within our hardworking, talented and friendly team on whole school issues and can share good practice.

We can offer the right candidates:

• An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic staff and children who are keen to learn and deserve the best;
• Well-resourced classrooms with up-to-date technology for every teacher;
• A highly organised and very supportive team;
• Wonderful opportunities to work and plan collaboratively with experienced colleagues across the Trust;
• A clearly defined and supportive induction procedure;
• High quality professional development opportunities

For more information, please read the attachments below or contact Ally Carne, School Administrator, to arrange a tour at ace@avenue.wilts.sch.uk.

To apply, please use the “Quick Apply” button to apply, and, send a letter outlining your educational philosophy to the Headteacher via Ally Carne at ace@avenue.wilts.sch.uk .

Closing date: Tuesday 18th April 2023 at 12pm

Interviews: Wednesday 26th April 2023

The Avenue Primary School and Children’s Centre and the Acorn Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. We are an equal opportunities employer. As part of our safer recruitment processes, if you are shortlisted for the post, we will carry out a social media account search.