At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and deliver engaging lessons across various subjects for Post-16 students.
- Company: Join a supportive team at Blossom House, dedicated to student growth and development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in a nurturing setting with excellent career progression.
- Why this job: Empower students with special needs and help them achieve their goals in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Passion for teaching, strong communication skills, and experience with SEN students.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
As the Post-16 provisions continue to develop, we are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and dynamic teacher to plan and deliver across a range of subjects. Working predominantly with students on the Growth in Occupation, Ambition in Life Skills (GOALS) provision, the teacher will be part of a small, transdisciplinary team building a curriculum that responds to the therapeutic needs of the cohort. The curriculum is therapy-led, dynamically planned and underpinned by the Life & Living Skills Entry Level qualification. Sessions may be based onsite or involve travelling offsite with students, and may include Literacy & Communication, Numeracy, ICT, PSHE, Art & Design, active sessions, volunteering, leisure activities and more. The teaching timetable of the successful applicant may also include lessons for students on the Employability and College Link provisions.
Responsibilities
- Support students' learning in school sessions
- Meet with students on a 1:1 basis
- Communicate with the wider staff team at Blossom House as and when required
- Build positive working relationships with the transdisciplinary team in Post 16
- Travel offsite with groups of students as required
Supporting our students can sometimes be challenging; mental and physical resilience are qualities necessary for all our staff.
Qualifications & Skills
- Confidence, enthusiasm and a passion for helping students
- Excellent English skills (clear written and spoken English) along with good reading, writing and numeracy skills
- Ability to build good working relationships proactively and confidently with children, teachers, parents and carers
- Experience of working with children and young people with Special Education Needs (SEN), particularly children with SLCN
- Proven ability to cope with challenging behaviour (desirable)
- Ability to manage workloads with independence
- Ability to promote positive behaviour in a nurturing environment (essential)
- Ability to support students in a wide range of subjects
- Good administrative and organisational skills
- Emotional Resilience and ability to identify opportunities to prevent issues from escalating by involving the necessary team members and implementing appropriate action plans in a timely manner
Post-16 Teacher in London employer: Blossom House School
As a leading educational institution, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture that empowers our staff to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you will have ample opportunities for growth, while our focus on a transdisciplinary approach allows for innovative teamwork with other specialists. Located in a vibrant community, we offer a competitive salary and a fulfilling environment where your passion for paediatric therapy can truly flourish.
