SEND Teacher in Netherton

Purpose of Role

To plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching that meets the diverse needs of pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviours. The Teacher will model professional integrity and the EPIC values, work collaboratively within the school community, and adhere strictly to the Staff Code of Conduct to promote a safe, respectful, and nurturing learning environment.

At Denby Grange School

We currently offer the opportunity for all pupils who are working at that level to achieve nationally recognised accreditation in English, Maths, Science, Personal and Social Development, PHSE, Design Technology, Food Technology. This runs alongside our own internal accreditation for academic progress and achievement.

In order to meet the diverse needs of the children at Denby Grange School we ensure that the staff to pupil ratio is always very high. The school is currently registered for 50 pupils and at present there is a Headteacher, Associate Headteacher, School Administrator, a further 12 full-time teaching members and 20 teaching assistants.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, teach, and assess a range of subjects and learning across topics particularly supporting and teaching in PSHE to support students’ progression.
• Work as part of the team to deliver lessons, support positive behaviour, and to make students feel safe so that they can learn and achieve.
• Follow whole school systems to teaching and learning. We will support you with a full induction, we are a very supportive team.
• Support with report writing, help to expand our curriculum documents as part of a team, data collection, and clearly communicate with all stakeholders.
• Create engaging and safe learning environments.

Requirements

• A committed and passionate view of students with SEND.
• At least two years’ experience minimum of working in a SEND environment or similar unit/provision.
• QTS/QTLS is a requirement.

EPIC benefits of working for Keys

• NEST enhanced pension scheme.
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys and split a £500 referral bonus between you.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Access to a blue light discount card.
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues.
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications.
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts.
• Life assurance.

Keys Education

Keys Education is a national network of alternative learning solutions and pathways, designed to support learners with diverse needs to achieve their goals and realise their potential. It helps individuals with support needs build stability, resilience, and a sense of belonging through Connected Support.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant. Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

Safeguarding

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts require an enhanced DBS check. School tours are highly welcomed as a part of our interview selection process. Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of suitable applications. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education an online search will be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence checks.