Teacher of SEN

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

The St Marylebone CE Bridge School, a co-educational Special Free School, aims to create an environment in which our students can achieve their maximum potential, gain independence and social awareness so that they can enjoy and participate in the world of work and adult society along with their mainstream peers. The Bridge School was opened in September 2013 by the existing St Marylebone CE School, a mainstream secondary school rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, to provide an innovative education to students with statements for Speech, Language and Communication. Serving the local community it fulfils the need for secondary places for students with speech and language barriers. It was rated ‘Good’ in all areas during its first Ofsted inspection in June 2015.

As a church school we nurture respect for religious, moral and spiritual values. These are located within scripture in Colossians 3.12-17 and underpin much of what we believe in. We seek to nurture Compassion, Kindness, Patience, Forgiveness, Thankfulness, Wisdom, Peace and Gratitude in our school community. We acknowledge our special responsibility in preparing our students for life in modern Britain.

The School currently has 4 year groups - 7, 8, 9 and 10 and will expand by a new year group each September until we have years 7 - 11. Each year group has 12 students and lessons are taught in small groups averaging 6 pupils. We aim to develop confident, independent and inquisitive learners, who will become active members of their community. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are offering an inspirational teacher the unique opportunity to join us as Teacher of SEN. The post will involve teaching across KS3 and 4 and a range of abilities. The successful candidate will also lead a tutor group and participate in wider school activities such as weekly enrichment and interventions sessions.

The position would suit a specialist SEN teacher, or a teacher with a particular interest or experience in special needs. Our curriculum model requires teaching staff to deliver across a range of subject areas, so no particular subject specialism is essential, however, we would be particularly interested to hear from candidates able to offer PE, DT, English or Humanities. 

The successful candidate will join a creative, vibrant and supportive team of leaders and colleagues with excellent educational standards. The School offers excellent opportunities for CPD. 

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & vulnerable adults and it is our expectation that all staff and volunteers share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

  

PERSON SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL

· Qualified Teacher Status (Primary or Secondary trained).

· Qualified to degree level.

· Commitment to helping all pupils reach their full potential.

· Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals.

· Knowledge of SLCN (including ASC and SEMH needs) as well as up-to-date knowledge of current research in teaching practices.

· Ability to plan and design exciting and engaging lessons and schemes of work.

· Knowledge of current SEN developments.

· An understanding of how to set high standards and aspirations as well as the commitment to relentlessly maintaining these.

· Able to think creatively and practically when trying to achieve an objective.

· Excellent communication skills.

· Can demonstrate creative and innovative approaches to curriculum design in a Special School.

· Commitment to the Christian ethos and values of the School.

DESIRABLE

· Experience of teaching within a specialist SEN provision.

· Experience of working with children with SEN and specifically SLCN.

· Ability to teach qualifications at KS4.

· Involvement in national educational developments.

· Knowledge and understanding of other subject areas.

· Ability to offer PE, DT, English or Humanities. 

· Willingness to contribute to the development of the School by contributing to extra-curricular events.

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete an application form. Application forms are available to download from the School’s website: www.stmarylebonebridgeschool.com   

As part of the form you will need to complete a supporting statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) in order to demonstrate your suitability for the post.

Please return your completed application form via e-mail to: recruitment@stmaryleboneschool.com 

Visits to the School prior to application are welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact Richard Taylor (School Manager): 020 3693 4752

If you have any questions please do get in touch:

recruitment@stmaryleboneschool.com 

Closing date: by 5.00pm on Tuesday 2nd May 2017

Interviews: Friday 5th May 2017 

Start date: September 2017