SEN Key Stage 2 Teacher

‘passionate and dedicated to raising student achievement through the delivery of a personalised and engaging learning experience’

At Acorn Care and Education, we pride ourselves on helping the most vulnerable and hard to place children maximise their potential. This is an exciting time of growth at Acorn and we are seeking an exceptional candidate who is inspirational, passionate and dedicated to raising student achievement through the delivery of a personalised and engaging learning experience. We are currently recruiting for the following position at our outstanding school, Longdon Park, situated in Egginton, South Derbyshire:

We require a qualified and experienced Key Stage 2 who has a proven track record of working successfully with pupils with a range of complex learning and special educational needs, particularly ASD, and has the ability to make a significant contribution to our team. A working knowledge of the KS2 curriculum is essential in supporting pupil progress.

We are looking for a skilled practitioner to undertake the new and exciting challenge of supporting personalised Key Stage 2 curriculum and create a specific learning environment which will understand and meet the needs of some of our most complex pupils. The successful candidate will preferably have experience of working with young people with a range of complex needs including autism spectrum disorders and be able to demonstrate a working understanding of how these needs impact upon learning and behaviour in the classroom. A commitment to training and liaison with the onsite therapy team to support best practice would be an integral part of the role.

In working to meet the educational and emotional needs of their class cohort the successful candidate will need to be innovative, nurturing and reflective practitioner who can demonstrate the willingness to adapt and learn. We are looking for an individual with high expectations and standards who can offer excellent behavioural management skills in line with ASD best practice guidelines.

The ability to contribute to the development of our school is essential and we believe that energy, passion and a commitment to high standards are key characteristics required. We are looking for a special individual who is able to help inspire and re-engage the young people that we serve. This is an opportunity for the successful candidate to develop their skills and experience in a challenging, motivating and highly rewarding environment.

Applications for this post are invited from colleagues offering SEN experience, from mainstream schools and other educational settings.

For an informal discussion by telephone or in person, please contact, in the first instance, Jon Foster, Head of School on (01283) 733195 or apply online at https://recruitment.acorncare.co.uk/Vacancy.aspx  

This position is due to commence as soon as possible (subject to all necessary safeguarding checks including verified references and DBS checks).

Closing Date: Friday 14th October (Midday)

Acorn Care and Education are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to fully Enhanced DBS check.