Class Instructor

We now have a fantastic opportunity for an Instructor to join our close-knit team at Darwin School in Shrewsbury, Shropshire Position: Class Instructor (SEN/SEMH school) Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire Hours: 40 hours per week, term time, permanent position Salary Details: Up to £27,000 per annum depending on experience If you want to make your mark in a successful and flourishing school that is committed to improving the lives of children and young people, we have the role for you! About the School: Darwin School is an independent school in the county of Shropshire, we provide education for students aged 8 to 18. We currently have capacity for up to 20 students. Pupils are in long-term placements which are usually a duration of around 12-18 months and they all reside in one of our local specialist care homes. Teaching groups are currently a maximum of 4 pupils and staff have extensive knowledge of SEND. What are we looking for? The Executive Headteacher is seeking to appoint an aspiring Instructor to join this thriving specialist CSE School. Reporting to the Executive Headteacher, they will be responsible for the delivery of engaging and challenging lessons, ensuring that the department and the school are successful in achieving its aims. You will be an enthusiastic, flexible and determined individual who shares our values and is looking to develop their career in this specialist area. Person Specification: Understanding of teaching, learning and qualifications. Experience of working in non-mainstream settings with challenging learners. Ability to empathise and support the development of learning. Robust understanding of safeguarding procedures. Ability to work as part of a small team. Excellent delivery and communication skills. You must be reliable, flexible, adaptable, and possess the ability to motivate and inspire. Good coordination and organisational skills. Demonstrable track record of student achievement. Innovative, fast thinking and versatile. Excellent time management. Good general level of ICT skills including Microsoft Office.Why work for us: Competitive salary. Opportunity to progress in your career. Training opportunities either face to face or online. Wellbeing- Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need. You will be a part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer you clear guidance and mentor you in to this role. Supportive management and senior leads. We offer full induction, paid for DBS, friendly family atmosphere and the opportunity to progress with one of the UK`s biggest care providers.Cambian is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern. Class Instructor [SYS-12822