SEN Teacher
Denby Grange School
Wakefield
- £26,209 - £41,773 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 10 April 2024
Job overview
About our school:
What colleagues say about working at Denby Grange; “When you work at Denby Grange School, you feel like an equal; your voice is heard, and opinions are respected. On all parts, there is give and take and compromise but mainly there’s respect. If you do a good job and you care, it’s seen and it’s appreciated. It’s a little community with the pupils at the centre and if you have thick skin and a big heart, the relationships that form will impact both our pupils and you, greatly. This is the first teaching role that I have come to and can honestly say I’m here for the long haul”.
This position is to work within the Barnsley or Wakefield site.
Overview of the role of SEN Teacher:
· Plan and teach lessons, working with small groups and individual students.
· Prepare teaching materials, take registers and write reports
· Help students develop confidence, independence and encourage them to learn
· Manage behaviour, mark work and talk to parents and carers about their children's progress
We would love to hear from people who:
· Passionate champions of students with SEND
· At least two years’ experience minimum of working in a SEND environment
EPIC benefits of working for Keys Group:
· NEST enhanced pension scheme
· Refer a friend scheme
· Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
· Access to a blue light discount card
· Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
· Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
· Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
· Life assurance
About Denby Grange:
We currently offer the opportunity for all pupils who are working at that level to achieve nationally recognised accreditation in English, Maths, Science, Personal and Social Development, PHSE, Design Technology, Food Technology. This runs alongside our own internal accreditation for academic progress and achievement.
In order to meet the diverse needs of the children at Denby Grange School we ensure that the staff to pupil ratio is always very high. The school is currently registered for 50 pupils and at present there is a Headteacher, Associate Headteacher, School Administrator, a further 12 full time teaching members and 20 teaching assistants.
Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of suitable applications.
Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, suitable employment references and online searches to safeguard our young people. In addition, this post is exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974.
Attached documents
About Denby Grange School
- Denby Grange School
- Off Stocksmoor Road, Midgley, Wakefield
- West Yorkshire
- WF4 4JG
- United Kingdom
About Denby Grange School
Welcome to Denby Grange, an independent school in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, offering both day and residential placements. Our alternative education programme is designed to provide pupils with the specialised support they need, going beyond what mainstream schools can offer. Set in a tranquil, rural environment, Denby Grange creates a nurturing space where students feel valued and understood.
Our Mission and Aims
At Denby Grange, we are committed to fostering each pupil's self-respect, self-confidence, and self-reliance. Our goal is to help young people grow with a strong sense of loyalty, honesty, and personal integrity. We understand that students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs require patience, care, and tailored support, rather than simply being seen as disruptive. We listen to them and provide individualised education programmes that meet their unique needs.
What Sets Us Apart
Denby Grange School views behaviours often seen as “challenging” as forms of self-protection, stemming from past experiences of rejection or isolation. Our approach is to support and understand rather than judge. By focusing on each pupil’s individual challenges, we create pathways for positive development and personal growth, recognising that our students may need more time and tailored interventions to flourish.
Expertise and Curriculum
We offer pupils the chance to achieve nationally recognised qualifications in core subjects such as English, Maths, Science, Personal and Social Development, PSHE, Design Technology, and Food Technology, alongside internal accreditations that reflect their academic progress and achievements. To meet the diverse needs of our pupils, Denby Grange maintains a high staff-to-pupil ratio, ensuring each child receives the attention and support they deserve.
A Message from the Headteacher
Located in the heart of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, Denby Grange is a registered independent school offering both day and residential placements. We specialise in providing an alternative education programme for pupils who require more tailored support than mainstream schools can offer.
Set in a peaceful, rural setting, our school fosters a nurturing environment where students feel safe, supported, and encouraged to thrive.
At Denby Grange, we are committed to meeting the unique needs of each pupil, helping them achieve their full potential through personalised interventions.
Jennie Allport, Headteacher
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