At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise classes and support students' learning in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Ripplevale School and College, a caring independent special school.
- Benefits: Supportive leadership, wellbeing resources, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Term time only role with a focus on holistic student support.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on students' lives while gaining teaching experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEN provision and strong interpersonal skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.
Your new school Ripplevale School and College, is a thriving independent special school, for 170 students aged 6 to 25 years old, located in the historic town of Rochester. As part of the Ripplevale family of schools, we provide a holistic, child centred approach to meeting the needs of our students, most of whom have an Education and Health Care Plan. Identified needs may include Autism Spectrum Disorder, dyslexia, speech, language and communication difficulties, DCD, sensory, and high levels of anxiety.
Your new role Ripplevale School and College is seeking to appoint a cover tutor who will make a positive impact to our students' learning. This role is on a term time only contract and the salary will be dependent on experience and qualifications.
Main responsibilities include:
- To undertake whole class supervision in the absence of the class teacher, setting work previously prepared by the teacher
- To develop curricular knowledge as required by the school
- To apply the school's Behaviour Policy
- To set homework previously prepared by the teacher
You will be required to cover all subjects as a floating teacher. We are seeking strong candidates with experience of a SEN provision. You will be an enthusiastic individual who is able to use your own initiative whilst also being able to relate well and establish a rapport with young people. You will need to be flexible and able to work constructively in a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities.
This is a great role for those who are interested in pursuing a career in teaching in coming years. We believe all students have the opportunity to make progress but to do this they need to feel safe and secure within their surroundings. Ripplevale provides a wonderfully supportive, holistic approach that is child-centred. Our provision includes a therapy team of SaLT, OT and Emotional Wellbeing specialists working within our caring and nurturing environment.
We can offer you:
- A supportive leadership team that is passionate about staff and student wellbeing
- An 'Employee Assistance Programme' membership entitling you to Home Life Support, Work Life Assistance, Physical and Emotional Health Support and Wellbeing support resources including mini health checks.
- Strong support for your further professional development.
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