%20(2).png)
SEND Teacher
Danecourt School, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 6AA22 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Flexible start date or as soon as possible
Closing date
13 January 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
3 December 2024
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Special Needs
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- MPS + SEN allowance
SEND Teacher job summary
Start Date: Flexible
Join Our Passionate SEND Teaching Team! Make a Real Difference Every Day!
Are you an experienced SEND teacher driven by the desire to transform the lives of children with special educational needs? We’re searching for dedicated professionals like you to join our supportive team at Danecourt School.
Why Join Us?At Danecourt, every day is an opportunity to:
Tailor learning experiences to meet the individual needs of each student, helping them achieve their full potential.
Foster an inclusive, nurturing environment where students thrive emotionally and academically.
Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and professionals to ensure holistic support for every child.
Grow your expertise through continuous professional development and stay at the forefront of SEND education.
We’re seeking a passionate and skilled SEND teacher who has:
A strong background in special education.
Proven experience working with children with diverse special educational needs.
A commitment to creating inclusive, enriching learning experiences.
Excellent communication skills to work effectively with colleagues, families, and external professionals.
Patience, empathy, and an unwavering dedication to positively impacting students’ lives.
Becoming part of our team means more than just a job — it’s joining a community that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. At Danecourt, we offer:
Ongoing professional development to support your career growth.
A comprehensive induction program to help you feel right at home.
Early salary access and financial advice through our Wagestream program.
A welcoming and inclusive school culture, with cutting-edge resources and technology to empower your teaching.
A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing and support.
About Danecourt School
Danecourt is a specialist school for children aged 4-11 years with severe and complex needs, many with a diagnosis of autism or additional conditions like sensory processing disorder. We pride ourselves on our tailored learning programs and small class sizes, ensuring each child has the support they need to thrive.
With 234 students across three sites in Medway, our school offers a range of opportunities to contribute to a vibrant, inclusive community where students are empowered to reach their full potential.
Ofsted Rating
Danecourt was rated Good in all areas, with Outstanding for Personal Development, Behaviour & Welfare, and EYFS in our last Ofsted inspection (June 2019).
Take the next step in your career and make a lasting difference in the lives of our incredible students! Visit us to see our school in action and discover how you can become part of something truly special.
For further details, please refer to the attached candidate information pack.
Diversity and Inclusion:
At Maritime Academy Trust, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the wide range of perspectives and skills in our community. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better the outcomes for our students.
Safeguarding Commitment:
We are dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of all our students. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks. In line with KCSIE 2024 guidance, we reserve the right to conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence.
Apply now and help make a lasting difference in the lives of our amazing students!
Please note that we may hold interviews on a rolling basis as applications are received and reserve the right to offer the position before the closing date. Submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity.
Commitment to safeguarding
Maritime Academy Trust is committed to recruiting with care and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About Danecourt School
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- School size
- 254 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Danecourt School website (opens in new tab)
Danecourt is a special school catering for primary aged children who have special educational needs. The school caters for children with a wide breadth of need including complex learning difficulties, autism and social emotional mental health needs.
At Danecourt our mission is to provide all pupils with a “stimulating learning environment that allows children to explore through a personalised curriculum to become STARS!
Self reliant Team Player Aspirational Resilient Successful
The highly trained staff teams maintain high expectations of what each individual pupil is able to achieve, striving to ensure that they all achieve their maximum potential; celebrating difference and encouraging curiosity and creativity. Staff work collaboratively with families and a range of other agencies in order to meet the pupils needs and as a result, they make strong progress academically, emotionally and socially. Pupil achievement is hugely valued and celebrated in a manner that is meaningful and appropriate for each pupil.
School location
Similar jobs nearby
Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed
Find more school jobs in Gillingham and Kent and Medway