Class Teacher
Stocklake Park Community School, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1DP14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible, upon completion of all pre-employment checks with satisfactory results.
Closing date
31 July 2024 at 3pm
Date listed
1 May 2024
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Term time: 32.5 hours per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Salary range: M1 to M6 £30,000 to £41,333
Additional allowances
SEN allowance £2539 per year
What skills and experience we're looking for
In order to carry out this role you will enjoy working with students who have specialeducational needs, have an appreciation of the positive attitudes required to encourage independence in our students together with high expectations and respect towards students, common sense, warmth and a sense of humour.
You will also be enthusiastic and caring, trustworthy and reliable, resilient, healthy, and committed to working aspart of a team. Flexibility and a commitment to training is expected. We welcome applications from both primary and secondary sector and applications from Early Career Teachers wishing to work in special education are also welcome. Training will be provided for those wishing to specialise in SEN teaching.
What the school offers its staff
Part of the Vale Federation of Schools, Stocklake Park Secondary School is a specialschool which caters for students who have moderate to severe learning difficulties. There are currently 108 students at the main site. The school follows a primary model and is designed to meet individual educational needs and develop social and personal skills. The curriculum is organised to give students the opportunity to experience and explore different subjects. We provide high quality education and care and students have access to a range of therapies, multi-agency professionals and a team of therapists who support students’ needs. We offer an excellent training package for staff together with a fantastic opportunity to become part of an innovative and forward thinking team who are providing a therapeutic and unique learning environment for its pupils. All students have access to swimming at our primary site, a rebound centre and purpose built outdoor spaces including a MUGA (multi use games area) and playground equipment. We are close to bus and train links and on-site parking is available for staff.
Further details about the role
Reporting to the Head of School, the successful applicant will take responsibility for theeducation and welfare of a designated group of children, leading and managing additional adults within the classroom. In this busy, sometimes challenging, but rewarding role, you will work closely with colleagues to plan and deliver appropriate schemes of work closely matching the learning experiences offered with the individual needs of the child. The role includes maintaining assessment records and reporting on pupils’ progress and attainment in accordance with school policy. We have other professionals on site; Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists, supporting teaching and learning with whom you will liaise and work with co-operatively.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Vale Federation of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide two satisfactory references, undertake pre-employment checks including a health check and have a cleared Enhanced Disclosure & Barring check. An online search (including social media) will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates as part of our recruitment process.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to recruitment@thevalefederation.com
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About Stocklake Park Community School
- School type
- Special school, ages 11 to 19
- School size
- 104 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
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- Email address
- recruitment@thevalefederation.com
- Phone number
- 01296 427221
Part of the Vale Federation of Schools, Stocklake Park Secondary School is a special school which caters for students who have moderate to severe learning difficulties. There are currently 100 students at the main site. The school follows a primary model and is designed to meet individual educational needs and develop social and personal skills. The curriculum is organised to give students the opportunity to experience and explore different subjects. We provide high quality education and care and students have access to a range of therapies, multi-agency professionals and a team of therapists who support students’ needs. We offer an excellent training package for staff together with a fantastic opportunity to become part of an innovative and forward thinking team who are providing a therapeutic and unique learning environment for its pupils. All students have access to swimming at our primary site, a rebound centre and purpose built outdoor spaces including a MUGA (multi use games area) and playground equipment. We are close to bus and train links and on-site parking is available for staff.
Arranging a visit to Stocklake Park Community School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@thevalefederation.com.
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