Details of Post
- Designation: Hospital Educational Co‑ordinator
- Scale: Teachers' Pay Scale
- Salary Range: Main/Upper Scale plus 2 SEN Point
- Hours per week: 3.5 days
- Location: Children's Ward – Princess Royal Hospital
- Contract: Permanent
Required as soon as possible.
Tuition, Medical & Behaviour Support Service (TMBSS)
Tuition, Medical & Behaviour Support Service (Pupil Referral Unit) provides education, based at six education centres, for pupils who, by reason of illness, exclusion or otherwise, are being educated out of school. The Service caters for pupils in KS1 to KS4 who have a wide range of needs and were rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted in our inspection in October 2023. It also provides teaching provision in two hospitals in Shropshire, The Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Oswestry and The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, individual teaching, and shared placement provision for pupils in mainstream schools. Children are referred via a multi‑agency panel. The main work of the Service is to include and reintegrate into the child’s original or another mainstream school where possible or work towards a suitable long‑term placement.
At the heart of TMBSS lies a belief that all pupils should leave as confident young people who are ‘world ready’. Inspirational leaders, caring staff and well‑planned support combine to provide the right support at the right time.
Relationships are a strength at TMBSS. Some pupils believe education is not for them before starting here. However, at TMBSS, they quickly become settled and happy to learn, knowing they are cared for and that support is available.
Role Overview
We are looking to appoint an inspirational, qualified teacher to work for TMBSS based in the children’s ward at Princess Royal Hospital in Telford. While well‑supported as part of the TMBSS team, the teacher works independently in the hospital setting and will be responsible for delivering teaching, supporting student reintegration and ensuring pupils progress in KS1–KS4.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high quality teaching to pupils in KS1–KS4 with a wide range of educational needs.
- Support pupils’ reintegration into mainstream schools or facilitate appropriate long‑term placement arrangements.
- Develop and maintain individual learning plans and progress monitoring.
- Collaborate with hospital staff, families and external agencies to provide holistic support.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Qualified teacher with a relevant degree and teaching qualification.
- Experience teaching children with educational and medical needs is desirable.
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Safeguarding and Disclosure
Enthusiastic teachers of any subject are welcome to apply. TMBSS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and therefore all successful candidates will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure and pre‑employment checks. The position is regulated activity and requires an Enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list information.
Contact
Further details and application forms can be obtained from Lindsay Crozier – Business Manager – TMBSS by emailing crozier.l@tmbss‑shropshire.org.uk or telephone: 01743 368189.
