SEN Maths and/or Science Teacher
Aurora Hanley School
Stoke-on-Trent
- £28,000 - £38,810 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- (M1-M6)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 6 July 2023
Job overview
Location: Bucknall, Stoke on Trent
Salary: £28,000 - £38,810 (M1 - M6)
Hours: 40 hours per week, Term time only
The Aurora Group is an innovative provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
We are currently looking for a Maths and / or Science teacher within our Secondary Department (Key Stage 3-5) in Stoke on Trent where our 'Outstanding' rated Aurora Hanley School supports young people aged 6 - 19 with complex needs typically related to Autism and Communication difficulties. Behaviour is exemplary and we have a caring supportive team. Our Pathways include a GCSE Pathway alongside a Functional skills/Entry level Pathway.
You will have the skills and knowledge to deliver relevant qualifications to our students. NQTs or ECTs are welcome to apply. This is an exciting time to join us as we look to review our curriculum, and are looking for someone dynamic and inspirational to join us on our journey.
Our classes are based on 6/7 pupils in a group, with a Teacher and a TA.
The main purpose of the role:
As our Maths and/or Science Teacher, your role will be to provide high quality, challenging and differentiated educational activities and experiences through the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum to enable our pupils to achieve their full potential in all areas of learning.
To facilitate this, you’ll plan and deliver lessons according to DFE guidance and the school’s policies and be responsible for the day to day running of the class and other relevant aspects of the running of the school.
You’ll supervise and provide support and guidance to our Teaching Assistants and Higher Level Teaching Assistants and play a key role in their Professional Development Reviews.
Naturally, you will take responsibility for implementing school policies and practices, including those relating to safeguarding and equality of opportunity. Additionally; you will also be expected to carefully monitoring the health, well-being and personal care of our pupils; informing care/medical/behavioural support teams and any other relevant professionals of any concerns.
Key duties:
- Deliver the curriculum as prescribed by our schemes of work.
- Effectively plan lessons that are stimulating, relevant and well-structured to a wide range of abilities and communication needs to ensure all students are able to participate and reach their full potential.
- Work with the Head Teacher and other members of the leadership team to ensure the successful delivery of the vision, ethos, aims and objectives of the School.
- Deliver the ethos of the school and the educational vision and direction which enables effective teaching and support, successful learning and achievement by students and sustained improvement in their spiritual, moral, social, cultural, mental and physical well-being in preparation for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life.
- Deliver effective teaching and learning and monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching support and standards of students’ achievement, using benchmarks and setting targets for improvement.
- Monitor, evaluate and review practice in the classroom and implement strategies to ensure that under-performance is challenged and appropriate changes to practice are implemented.
- Participate in the recruitment and retention of the best employees and ensure an effective induction for all new starters.
- Work in partnership with all school staff, parents, carers and other agencies in providing for the academic, spiritual, moral, social, emotional and cultural well-being of students and their families.
Duties will vary, you must expect to diversify and lend a hand wherever is required.
Skills and Qualifications
Successful candidate qualities, skills and experience:
- Qualified Teacher status
- Thorough working knowledge of the curriculum and how to adapt this for pupils with SEN
- Experience of working with young people with ASD
- Understanding of the Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures
- Ability to create and maintain nurturing relationships with young people
- Experience of managing a range of approaches to learning, to include the students with anxiety.
- Knowledge of strategies and visual teaching methods to engage reluctant learners important.
- A flexible approach and a high level creativity
Benefits and Additional Information
What’s on offer?
- Full training and continued support
- Life assurance and pension
- Health cash back plan
- Car lease scheme
- Bike to work scheme
- Perk box - discounts off 100's of high street retailers and restaurants
- Free parking
For more information on this position please contact Karen on 07920 223 415 or via email at karen.barnfield@the-aurora-group.com
Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.
The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care.
Attached documents
About Aurora Hanley School
- Aurora Hanley School
- Cambrian Way, off Eaves Lane, Bucknall
- Stoke-on-Trent
- ST2 8PQ
- United Kingdom
Aurora Hanley School
Welcome to our Special Needs School in Bucknall, Staffordshire
Welcome from the Headteacher
Here at Aurora Hanley, we know that every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed.That is why we endeavour to provide an inclusive learning environment for all our students to enjoy, thrive and grow throughout their academic career.By the time they leave us, every student is on their way to achieving their own goals – whether that is by developing vital life skills, or gaining specific academic and vocational qualifications.We believe that by providing the right support and building positive relationships, we can support everyone to access opportunities that have previously been denied.I look forward to welcoming you into the Aurora Hanley community soon.
Julie Martin, Headteacher, Aurora Hanley
Welcome from the Principal
Welcome to the Aurora Hanley School family. We pride ourselves on being a warm, open and friendly environment in which young people flourish. We are recognised as an outstanding provision, not just for the education delivered but for the social experience, emotional coaching and life skills development provided.We are also a sister school to our newly opened Summerfields school in Cheshire. Both schools reflect our belief that all our unique individuals need to feel accepted, understood, listened to and supported to achieve lifelong learning.To be prepared, not just academically, but socially and emotionally for the challenges that life brings. I hope you enjoy your time with us and the journey you will undertake.
Tracy Whitehurst, Principal, Aurora Hanley and Aurora Summerfields
Our School
Aurora Hanley is an independent specialist school for young people aged 6 to 19, who may face difficulties as a result of complex communication needs typically associated with Autism spectrum conditions.
Many of our students have sensory issues and high levels of anxiety that affect their ability to cope in mainstream settings, creating difficulties that can impact negatively on their emotional wellbeing, behaviour and ability to participate fully in education.
At Aurora Hanley, we help every young person to re-engage with learning and enjoy school life.
With specialist teaching and integrated therapeutic support, small classes and a nurturing approach, we give students a framework for breaking down barriers to learning.
Although we cater for ages 6 - 19, due to the varying needs and academic levels of our pupils, some may move on at different points if there is a more appropriate pathway for them. Some pupils may move on to College at 16 if that is the most appropriate route to achieve their goals.
Our Facilities
Aurora Hanley is located near the heart of Stoke City, in the residential area of Bucknall.
The school site consists of a new, two-story building for older students and a separate primary school building. All our rooms are bright, modern and sensitively designed for children and young people who struggle in larger mainstream environments.
Facilities include:
· Specialist classrooms for science, art and cooking
· Break-out spaces and a sensory room
· Clinical and therapeutic facilities
· Fully-equipped kitchen
· Safe outdoor spaces
Education at Aurora Hanley extends into the local community and city, giving young people opportunities to learn practical skills in everyday environments whenever they are ready.
Our Curriculum
Aurora Hanley offers a broad, balanced curriculum with a flexible timetable designed around each student, recognising their individual abilities, interests and needs.
All activities are based on personalised goals to ensure they are engaging, meaningful and achievable for everyone. Students are encouraged to be actively involved in school life, by making choices, contributing to their own programmes and sharing ideas regularly.
Individual behaviour management plans help our students develop positive self-regulation and coping strategies, facilitating their learning and creating a positive school experience for everyone.
Our focus on behavioural management is supported via our Clinical Psychology teams, who work together with students and their families to explore and develop individual strengths and aspirations.
Our other therapeutic provision includes speech and language therapy and occupational therapy, with our clinical staff working in conjunction with teaching and support staff to provide holistic support for every student.
Our Outcomes
EDUCATION including analysis of achievement and destinations data.
Exam Results 2019 - 2020
· 1 student gained a grade 9 Physics i-GCSE and a GCSE chemistry Grade 7, and English Lit GCSE Grade 7. He also achieved an A level in advanced Maths A*. (Pupil had previously been out of school for 3 years, gained English Language Grade 7 last year and Maths GCSE Grade 9 last year).
· 3 students gained an Art GCSE- 2 Grade 4’s, 1 grade 3).
· 4 students passed English functional skills level 1.
· 1 student gained an English Literature Grade 7 GCSE.
· 3 students achieved GCSE Maths Grade 5.
· 2 students gained a Functional Skills Level 2 qualification.
· 3 students gained a BTEC applied science Level 2 Merit (equivalent to GCSE Grade B/6), 1 student gained a Level 1 pass (equiv. to grade 1-3 GCSE)
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