Teacher

About Whitefield Academy Trust

With an ethos based on enjoyment, achievement and wellbeing for all, Whitefield Academy Trust seeks to open up the world for children and young people with SEND. Located in Waltham Forest, the Trust comprises Joseph Clarke School (for children with vision impairment and /or additional needs), Whitefield School (for pupils with complex needs including autism, learning difficulties and sensory and physical impairments), Professional Development Services and the highly successful Project SEARCH East London.

We are expert in serving children and young people with SEND and giving them the tools, skills and confidence to move on to the next stages of their education and lives.

The Role

You will be working with a team of knowledgeable and supportive specialist teachers and with excellent facilities. Our Professional Development Services offers excellent potential for continuous professional development and collaborates with the University of East London – you will have the opportunity to gain a Post Graduate Diploma in Special Education whilst working with us. Middle and senior leaders are supported to complete the National Professional Qualification for Middle/Senior Leadership

If you are

·      an existing mainstream teacher, ready to make a serious commitment to professional development in special education

·      an existing special school teacher, looking to deepen and extend your expertise in preparation for a leadership role

·      an ECT looking to start your career in one of the UK's leading special schools

            We would like to hear from you.

If invited to interview, you will get a chance to visit different parts of the School and we will work to match your skills and aspirations to our needs.

Why join Whitefield School?

Just as we seek to give our pupils an outstanding school experience, we want every member of our team to find being part of Whitefield Academy Trust a fulfilling and enjoyable experience. Whatever their role, we are committed to supporting each team member and giving them every opportunity to progress their careers across our schools and services.

We are proud to offer:

• A wide-ranging and high-quality CPD programme which can be tailored around each team member’s unique skills and career aspirations;
• A welcoming and inspiring working environment in which colleagues look out for and support one another;
• Opportunities to share best practice and ideas with colleagues across the Trust;
• Wellbeing support mechanisms including practical and emotional support and a Staff Wellbeing Group,
• A competitive local government or teachers’ pension scheme, with defined benefits;
• Very generous annual leave allowances;
• Recognition of continuous service with Local Authorities and other academy trusts for various employment entitlements;
• Interest free loans for bicycle purchase;
• Childcare voucher scheme.
• Flexible working
• Mentoring scheme

But, above all, working at Whitefield Academy Trust is a highly rewarding and satisfying experience. Thanks to the commitment, energy and determination of our staff, all of our children and young people make fantastic progress during their time with us. Watching their progress and working alongside families is immensely satisfying and, as a Trust, we take every opportunity to recognise and celebrate the important role our staff play in transforming the lives of our children and young people.

Find out more

For an informal conversation about the role please make an appointment with Jacqui Webb on ext 3004 to speak with the Principal – Rachel Rai  

To download an application form, visit www.whitefieldacademytrust.org.uk/jobs  or contact the Human Resources Department: Personnel@whitefield.waltham.sch.uk

·      Closing date: Sunday 23 January 2022

·      Interview date: w/c 31 January 2022

·      Start date: As soon as a Disclosure and Barring Service check has been received

Whitefield Academy Trust is uncompromising in its commitment to safeguarding children and young people.

The Trust is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit, ensuring best practice in our recruitment process is essential to our commitment.