Practitioner - Vocational Skills (DT, Construction, Carpentry) in Swindon

Meadow Bridge School is a special school for pupils aged 6 to 19 years, based in Cricklade, near Swindon. Our creative, individualised approach to learning is centred around well-being and skills for independence. From the time our students arrive, we start thinking about where they will be moving to after they leave us to ensure they are well prepared to achieve their goals and succeed.

As our school continues to grow and flourish, we are introducing new roles. This is an exciting opportunity to join us as a Practitioner of vocational skills (DT, Construction, Carpentry). We are open to considering applications from candidates with a range of skills or specialisms, from horticulture to skilled trades.

At Meadow Bridge School, we adopt a creative, individualised approach for students who have barriers to learning associated with social, emotional, mental health and ASC needs. Our curriculum approach, Enterprise Learning, allows our students to rebuild confidence in their abilities, feel safe and supported, and gain skills and knowledge that will allow them to thrive in the modern world.

Our practitioners work with our students as industry professionals, delivering creative and active learning experiences to support the development of specialist skills and qualifications. As the Practitioner of vocational skills (DT, Construction, Carpentry), you will work with colleagues to plan and deliver projects that meet students’ needs, offering them a broad range of opportunities and experiences within your area of expertise.

This is a great opportunity for a person who is passionate about construction and carpentry to work alongside our students to deliver meaningful projects that will enrich and sustain the school environment. You must be able to build effective and supportive relationships with our students, encouraging their engagement and development of self-confidence and enjoyment.

Applicants for Practitioner posts must hold relevant qualifications in their area of expertise (equivalent to level 3 - 5). Being a qualified teacher is not a requirement; however, experience of teaching or working within a relevant setting would be an advantage. Candidates must have experience within their industry and a desire to teach. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate vocational experience as well as having excellent administrative and organisational abilities in order to perform the role successfully.

Our practitioners must be able to lead creative sessions with our students that encourage a high level of active participation and foster a co-learning ethos. Candidates will be supported with a role-specific induction and there are excellent opportunities for personal development, including support to gain a recognised teaching qualification.

We understand the importance of building meaningful relationships with students and families to nurture growth and development of relational milestones such as building trust and sharing enjoyment. Care and making connections are at the heart of our ethos, and we work hard to ensure that all staff feel cared for too. The well-being of our staff is an important priority; therefore, we provide opportunities to ensure we value their hard work and dedication and promote a healthy work-life balance.

We are constantly reviewing our practices to ensure that our staff can focus on what matters: providing a rich environment in which children and young adults can learn and thrive. We recognise that our schools all serve their own communities and are unique, but we also insist that our schools follow Spaghetti Bridge ways of working which ensure that there are high expectations and equality of opportunity for all our pupils.

Early application is encouraged; we may seek to appoint prior to the closing date. If you would like further information or would like to speak to us about the post, please contact us.

Spaghetti Bridge Ltd are committed to safeguarding; therefore, all employees working at this school must have the ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of our children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding checks appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and employment references. We will request references from where you have worked with either children or adults at risk. Please be aware that references will be requested prior to interview for roles within our schools and that online searches will be completed on all shortlisted candidates in line with the provisions of Keeping Children Safe in Education.

This post involves working with children and young people considered to be at risk and therefore is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Spaghetti Bridge undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a criminal record check on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed. As an equal opportunities employer, Spaghetti Bridge is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £27,785.00-£35,259.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person