Primary Alternative Provision Teacher (Stafford Junior School)
Job introduction
Hours of work: 32.5 Hours
Working pattern: Full-time
Fixed term for: 12 Months
Closing date: Monday 19th June 2023
For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Stafford Junior School
Ringwood Road
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN22 8UA
Phone: 01323 733434
Email: personnel@cavendish.e-sussex.sch.uk
Website: www.roselands-stafford.org
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.
The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.
If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.
About the role
PRIMARY ALTERNATIVE PROVISION TEACHER
(SECONDMENT / FIXED TERM FOR 1 ACADEMIC YEAR)
Full Time – Current Salary Range £28,000 - £43,685
within the Main Pay Range - Upper Pay Range
Plus SEND Allowance: currently £3,017
Starting date: 1 September 2023
Closing date: 9am Monday 19 June 2023
Interview date: Thursday 22 June 2023
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
An exciting secondment / 1 year fixed term contract has arisen within the Trust to set up and trial the introduction of The Leap (our learning environment alternative provision). This exciting pilot will enable coordination of personalised provision for key vulnerable pupils who may at times find a mainstream classroom setting challenging.
The Leap will provide engaging opportunities to access a personalised broad and balanced curriculum. The provision will be self-contained at Stafford Junior School and will be supported by a full time teaching assistant. The environment includes a large classroom, a nurture room, access to outdoor space including the development of a school allotment and our Forest School area.
We are looking for an exceptional individual who is prepared to take this opportunity forward and make a real difference for our most vulnerable pupils. The facility will accommodate up to eight pupils from Year 2 - 6 across the three Trust schools. Engagement with parents and carers will be a key priority, seeking opportunities to engage parents and carers in their child’s learning.
The successful candidate will need to be able to form excellent relationships with vulnerable pupils and will have a creative approach to learning with boundless energy and a good sense of humour. This is an amazing opportunity for a teacher considering specialising in SEND, working in conjunction with our experienced inclusion team. Completing DSL training is an essential aspect to the role and termly supervision will be provided.
We are looking for a practitioner who:
- Can inspire, challenge and motivate children
- Has a passion for first class teaching and learning
- Is committed to bringing the curriculum alive through inspirational learning
- Is creative in their approach and can see beyond the classroom
- Believes in creating strong, positive relationships with the children, developing them personally, socially, emotionally and academically
- Has the ability and determination to ensure excellent progress and to raise standards
- Has a commitment to personal and professional development
- Is a team player who is supportive of colleagues
This opportunity will offer you:
- An amazing environment that you will be able to develop
- Freedom to develop an irresistible curriculum
- Opportunities to work with colleagues from special schools and visit similar settings
- Therapeutic Thinking Training (3 days)
If you would like to join a Trust with a great focus on creating an inclusive environment and where children are empowered to be their best, then please apply. You will join a team of dedicated and caring staff in establishing outstanding provision, learning and progress for all our children.
We would strongly recommend candidates visit Stafford School prior to an application to appreciate the potential of this opportunity and allow us to answer any questions you may have. Interested candidates should contact the Head of School, Mrs Corrine Crawford, on ccrawford@roselands-stafford.org to arrange a visit to the school.
Please download the application form and further details from our website. https://www.cavendishtrust.co.uk/vacancies
We look forward to receiving your application by e-mail (or by post), for the attention of Mrs Angela Hayden, HR Manager / PA to the Headteacher. personnel@cavendish.e-sussex.sch.uk
Please note that we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect all those who work with us to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record. We give high priority to promoting diversity throughout the school.
Additional information
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau).
For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.