Full time Teacher - Head of Years 8 and 9
The Abbey School, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8DYThis job expired on 15 June 2022 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2022
Closing date
15 June 2022 at 9am
Date listed
26 April 2022
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Main Scale / UPR plus SEN1 and WMAT TLR 3E, Westfield Health Cash Plan
Additional allowances
plus SEN1 and WMAT TLR 3E,
Westfield Health Cash Plan
Full time Teacher - Head of Years 8 and 9 job summary
We are an outstanding special secondary school for pupils with learning difficulties and are seeking an inspirational Head of Years 8 and 9 to join our highly motivated and dynamic staff team. This position would be particularly suitable for an aspiring senior leader with a real interest in developing their pastoral expertise. It is also a fantastic opportunity for somebody who would like to learn more about special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and a range of CPD opportunities will be provided to support this.
You will be an experienced, exemplary teacher and role model with high expectations of pupils’ learning and behaviour. You will oversee the pastoral care of pupils across years 8 and 9 and ensure that pupils in these year groups make excellent progress and that they are supported, encouraged and challenged both in and out of the classroom. You will keep in regular contact with parents and carers and forge excellent relationships with them.
You will work extremely closely with our Pastoral Support Team that consists of our Inclusion Manager, Autism Specialist, 2 Home School Link Workers, Pastoral Support Worker, Head of Year 7, Head of Years 10 and 11 and is led by our Assistant Head Teacher (Pastoral). You will also work closely with the school safeguarding team, developing your knowledge of current safeguarding procedures and legislation. For candidates who are interested there may be the opportunity to undergo DSL training in the near future. You will demonstrate the ability to lead, manage and deliver outstanding lessons that are differentiated to meet the needs of pupils working below national standards. You will be creative, innovative and imaginative.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Abbey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS, Children’s Barred List and Right to work in the UK checks are required for all posts. further details including relevant policies are available on the school website: https://www.abbey.surrey.sch.uk/1209/key-information/category/42/safeguarding-and-esafety
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About The Abbey School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- School size
- 133 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- The Abbey School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- enquiries@abbey.surrey.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01252 725059
We are an outstanding secondary special school for students with learning and additional needs (LAN). Every student matters at The Abbey and every decision we take is based on what is in the best interests of the individual. Our staff are our greatest asset and we are extremely proud of our whole school ethos.
Over the next 2 years The Abbey will be undergoing significant investment as we expand from a 2 to 3 form entry school to support Surrey County Council’s SEND Sufficiency Strategy 2020 – 2025. This will provide us with a range of brand-new facilities including 9 classrooms (5 subject specialist for Art, DT, Science, Performing Arts and Catering), a learning resource unit, sports hall and suite of therapy rooms.
Working in a special school is extremely rewarding and our students continue to amaze us on a daily basis with their attitudes, achievements and behaviour.
The Abbey School is part of the Weydon Multi Academy Trust (WMAT) offering a wide range of benefits including increased CPD opportunities.
Arranging a visit to The Abbey School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@abbey.surrey.sch.uk.
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