Join Our Team at Selwyn Hall School!
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £28,000 - £38,000
Contract Term: Permanent
Hours: 8.30am - 4.00pm
Start Date: ASAP
Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher eager for a new and exciting opportunity? Do you have experience working with children with SEND? If you're ready to join a supportive and nurturing community focused on achieving the best outcomes for pupils in an inclusive environment, then Selwyn Hall School is the perfect place for you!
About Selwyn Hall School
Located in the beautiful Foxton, South West of Cambridge, Selwyn Hall School is a new SEN school dedicated to providing specialist education for 7-18 year-olds with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties (SEMH). Our pupils may have various diagnoses, including ASD, ADHD, FASD, anxiety, and other learning needs.
With small bespoke groupings of 4-6 children, we ensure that every pupil receives the individual attention they need to thrive. Our expansive private grounds create a therapeutic environment, perfect for outdoor learning experiences such as forest school, sports, and sensory trails. Inside, our fully refurbished building features a variety of classrooms and activity rooms, including science, computing, music, drama, and Art/DT.
As part of the Polaris Community, we have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. With twelve SEN schools across the UK, we work together to provide tailored, diverse, and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment. All our provisions are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
About the Role
As a teacher at Selwyn Hall School, you will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons across the curriculum. Your role will involve:
* Planning, preparing, and presenting lessons that cater to the diverse needs of your class.
* Motivating pupils through enthusiastic and imaginative presentations.
* Collaborating with colleagues, parents, and other professionals to ensure high educational standards.
* Monitoring and assessing pupils' progress, providing regular feedback to students, parents, and colleagues.
* Utilizing a variety of teaching strategies and resources to enhance engagement and learning.
* Creating and maintaining a safe and stimulating learning environment.
* Upholding discipline in the classroom in line with our Behaviour Policy.
Requirements
* Hold Qualified Teacher Status.
* Have successful Primary School teaching experience.
* Possess a good knowledge of the National Curriculum.
* Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet pupils' needs.
Benefits
* Company Pension.
* Life Assurance.
* Access to an employee discount scheme with savings at over 740 retailers, including major supermarkets and a wide range of restaurants.
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, with costs covered by Polaris. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment.
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of children and young people!