Teacher in Charge

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Are you an inspiring leader who is committed to working as part of a team and motivated to work with children with complex and challenging needs? If so, we need you as the Teacher in Charge of our Enhanced Mainstream School (SEMH) provision for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties. The Teacher in Charge works closely with the Headteacher and the NYCC Lead Adviser for SEMH to formulate the aims and objectives of the EMS. Through outreach, the EMS plays a significant role in developing the skills and capacity within our designated community of schools to meet the needs of pupils with SEMH needs. The TiC will lead an established and successful team in providing this outreach as well as in-reach provision for those children with significant SEMH needs.

The person we are looking for will be:

• a champion for inclusion
• positive and resilient
• a strong strategic and successful leader, with good management skills
• and advocate for social and emotional learning (SEL)
• experienced and passionate about working with children with highly challenging and diverse needs

We can offer

• A strong, supportive and committed staff team
• A professional, hardworking environment
• Opportunities to be involved in the strategic development of the school as a member of SLT
• Through working with a range of schools in the Craven area the opportunity to make a positive impact to the lives of children and school practitioners
• CPD in order to carry out the role to full effect

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.

For an application pack or to arrange a visit to the school please contact the school office on 01756 793609 or email admin@greatwood.n-yorks.sch.uk

Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 26th November 2017

Interview Date: Week beginning 4th December 2017 (Date TBC)

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share the commitment.