SEND Primary Teacher

The Springfields Academy builds safe independent lives for autistic young people through support, understanding and enablement from the ages of 5-19. Special educational needs and disability (SEND) teachers are required to join specifically for pupils aged 5 - 13. The role of our SEND teachers is critical to the Academy’s future. Teachers at Springfields require creativity, flexibility and a commitment to meeting the needs of our pupils through innovative provision and pedagogy. 

We have two posts available, one in Calne, Wiltshire and the other is Salisbury, Wiltshire.

PURPOSE

To consistently teach lessons that engage pupils, meet specificity of need and enable progress, across a broad and balanced curriculum, which will include literacy (English), numeracy (Maths), core and foundation subjects. Additionally, to:

• assess, monitor and record pupil progress;

• build effective working relationships with support staff, other teachers, middle leaders to further the development of Teaching and Learning at the Academy.

Part of the excitement of teaching at Springfields is the broad range of individuals that you will care for. Our young people with autism may have sensory needs, speech and language difficulties, or other conditions such as autism, social, emotional and mental health needs. Some of our young people may have a combination of these, and of course, like any school we also have many gifted and talented individuals. A key aspect of working at Springfields is taking the time to get to know pupils and their individual needs, and given their complexity, being able to create a safe, stimulating and supportive learning environment is crucial.

What we can offer you: 

• The opportunity to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable young people with autism. 

• The chance to deliver an engaging and creative autism friendly curriculum that builds on life skills and develops independence.

• A close-knit team of professionals who work in a supportive and inspirational environment.

• An outstanding learning community that engages pupils and develops positive attitudes to learning.  

• The opportunity to be involved in wider-school life through trips, clubs, collapsed timetable days, Duke of Edinburgh etc. 

• On-going, specialist professional development.

• A comprehensive CPD package with opportunities for individual development and development of knowledge linked to good autism practice

• A commitment to ‘Healthy Working Lives’ through the Croner Employee Assistance programme

• A work laptop 

What we are looking for:

• A positive ‘can-do’ attitude

• A passion for, and understanding of, autism

• Resilience

• A creative and flexible approach to teaching that builds success through challenge, personalisation and innovation

• The confidence and skills to build positive relationships that help to break down barriers, build self-esteem.

• A commitment to enabling all our pupils to overcome their challenges and achieve their potential both socially and academically.

• Job share opportunities available

Hours of work:   32.5 hours per week    Full time

Contract type: Permanent

Closing date : 10th October 2019

Interview date: w/c 14th October 2019

Commencement date: 1 January 2020

Additional information

Visits to the academy are welcomed. To arrange a visit please email Rebecca Deacon: rdeacon@springfields.wilts.sch.uk  

To apply please go to www.reachsouth.org/careers 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete and return the Equal Opportunities Monitoring form separately with their application.