We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated class teacher.
Personal attributes
You will:
1. have high levels of professionalism and uphold the values of the school at all times
2. be familiar with and conduct yourself in accordance with the Teachers’ Standards
3. put the needs and wellbeing of the pupils at the forefront of everything you do
4. have a truly positive attitude
5. be methodical in your approach and have outstanding organisation skills
6. have the ability to be tactful, conscientious and discreet when dealing with challenging situations
7. be flexible, adaptable and able to multitask
8. demonstrate a commitment to maintaining outstanding levels of safeguarding
9. have patience and the ability to stay calm and positive
10. be driven and have a commitment to continuous personal development and school improvement
11. be emotionally and physically resilient
12. have a passion for teaching pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and Complex Autism (ASD)
13. have excellent communication skills, work co-operatively and develop positive relationships with pupils, families and staff at all levels
14. work with a team to deliver outstanding teaching and learning to our pupils
15. be confident in the use of IT
16. have a good sense of humour
About Hillside School
Hillside is a successful school catering to pupils with complex needs, including Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and Autism (ASD).
The school serves pupils aged 4 to 19 years, with a current roll of 86 pupils. The role may require working with pupils of any age and ability.
Salary and Contract Details
Salary: MPR / UPR plus SEN Allowance
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time (1.0 FTE)
Application Process
We encourage applicants to visit the school before applying. To arrange a visit or for more information, contact Lizzi Murphy, Headteacher, via email at admin@hillside.suffolk.sch.uk. Please include your full name and ‘Teacher Vacancy’ in the subject line, along with your phone number, and we will arrange a suitable time for an informal chat and visit.
If you believe you have the qualities for this role, please submit an application form along with a covering letter. Applications should be sent to admin@hillside.suffolk.sch.uk. Please note that only official application forms are accepted; CVs are not accepted.
Job reference: May25
Safeguarding
Hillside Special is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and related amendments. It is subject to a satisfactory DBS check and children’s barred list check. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
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