Teacher

Childhood First is a leading charity in the provision of care, education and psychotherapeutic treatment for children suffering the consequences of early life trauma, deprivation and abuse. Greenfields Therapeutic Community comprises of Greenfields House, Gables House and Greenfields School and is for a group of 14 young people with complex emotional needs aged 5-14yrs. The following positions below are based at Greenfields School, Biddenden, Kent.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate and resilient teacher to create and deliver individualised programmes of therapeutic education, tailored specifically to the needs of each pupil.

Able to embrace an innovative curriculum model, child-centred systems and holding high expectations, you will be an exceptional teacher who understands the challenges and rewards of working with traumatised young people across Key Stages 1 & 2 who need specialist provision.

Essential personal qualities include good humour, empathy, balance and robustness, in addition to a proven ability to inspire reluctant learners with complex emotional barriers.

All applicants must have a Full Driving Licence.

For further information to apply please visit http://childhoodfirst.org.uk/get-involved/jobs/  . and download an application pack. Alternatively contact Human Resources on 0203 326 4756.

Closing date : Friday, 9th December 2016

We do not encourage any agencies.

Childhood First is committed to safeguarding children. We follow safer recruitment guidelines and all appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS and references.