Semi-Formal Curriculum & Assessment Lead (Class Teacher)

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If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title:     Semi-Formal Curriculum & Assessment Lead (Class Teacher)

Location:         Stretton Shires School, Stretton, Rutland

Salary:          Up to £42,000 per annum

Hours:             37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Contract:          Permanent; Term Time only

UK applicants only.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Semi-Formal Curriculum & Assessment Lead (Class Teacher) to join our close-knit team. 

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing school, which would suit a candidate looking to obtain more experience linked to having the whole school impact, in support of future career progression.

About the role

To provide a high quality education service for our pupils in accordance with company policies, procedures and practices and the standards set by the Regulatory Body. To work with the Head Teacher, Deputy Head Teacher, leadership team and other stakeholders to secure high standards throughout the school.

Key task and responsibilities

• To plan, deliver and teach individual pupils or small groups, in accordance with the School’s Curriculum framework and related policies.
• To lead the strategic curriculum vision for the semi-formal curriculum group.
• To lead on the monitoring, recording, and reporting of pupil progress across the whole school.
• To contribute to and help implement developments that relate to the School Development Plan.
• Develop and implement policies and practices for the areas directed by the Headteacher.
• To promote, in line with company policies, the physical, educational, and moral development of the pupils.

Qualifications Required: 

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Relevant experience in the specialist area of service i.e. relevant experience of working with young people/young adults with Autistic Spectrum Disorders and/or challenging behaviours and moderate to severe learning disabilities
• Experience of delivering accredited study (e.g. Gateway Qualifications)                
• Experience of managing pupil progress data management systems e.g. Evidence for Learning
• Experience of Ofsted procedures / inspections

About us

Set in the heart of the Rutland countryside, Shires Stretton School is an independent day and residential school catering for autistic young people, and those with associated needs, offering specialist secondary education for pupils aged 11 – 18.

Established in 2005 as a residential home and school, we are currently growing our day pupil numbers, meaning we constantly need to recruit passionate and dedicated staff to support our growth aspirations.

Our aim for the young people coming to Stretton Shires is quite simple; we want every young person to progress developmentally, educationally and socially. We want them to develop an understanding of themselves and to experience what success feels like. Through these actions, we can equip every young person with the skills and knowledge they need to go on to succeed.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 

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