Thinking of leaving teaching? Feeling like the system is grinding you down and you cannot do the things you need to do to support growth and have a real impact on young peoples lives? If this resonates with you – come and visit the Wildings. See what SEMH education could and should look like. We are recruiting and this opportunity could be perfect for you…
Our vision focuses on the recovery and growth in an academic, social, emotional and vocational sense for young people. We utilise a bespoke curriculum with unique techniques alongside inclusive activities to create cross curriculum success and positive wellbeing for our young people to thrive. Our school community capitalises on using the wealth of experience each colleague showcases so we develop our provision and curriculum as a team with forward-thinking ideas to transform outcomes for the young people and families that we work with. Utilising the Thrive approach with a detailed understanding and application of attachment theory, neurodivergence, the SEN spectrum of needs, and PACE, the impact of our work with young people is astounding. We are currently in a period of expansion and are seeking someone who expresses a mutual passion and dedication to enhance the lives and futures of young people.
Our small, independent, not for profit SEMH school is set in the heart of beautiful Talaton, near Honiton. We are set within 3 and half acres of picturesque farmland. We are a small community with a big heart, providing a personalised curriculum for every young person within our setting and ensuring that their wellbeing is of paramount importance to us as a team unit. Please visit our website to learn even more about our vision, values, and site.
We are also on the cusp of opening The Wildings Lovaton, a second school in the same mould in West Devon.
If you have a desire to make a real difference to the lives of the most vulnerable young people within Devon, to be a part of their transformation that is so clear over time – then we want to hear from you.
We are committed to safeguarding and believe that every young person should have the resources and support they need to feel safe both at school and at home. We dedicate fulfilling time for young people to heal and develop their confidence to be an outstanding member of society. Therefore, to promote the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, an enhanced DBS clearance is required to become a part of our community. Feeling safe is the most important experience we wish to grant our families, which we expect all staff to also be committed to.
Are you ready to transform the lives of our future society? We are looking for:
• QTS/ QTLS
• A caring, patient, assertive, enthusiastic individual.
• Able to provide support and 1:1 learning for young people aged between 7 - 18 years.
• Experience in a specialist SEMH setting.
• Experience and/ or relevant training in
- SEN
- Trauma
- Attachment
- Anxiety
- Neurodiversity
- PDA
- ADHD
- Sensitivity and flexibility are necessary qualities
- Ability to work as part of our effective team.
- Knowledge of Thrive and PACE would be advantageous.
This exciting opportunity primarily requires the building of a trusting and happy relationship with our amazing young people. The role also requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
We would love to show you around our school, so please do contact us for a visit, during the next few weeks. Telephone enquiries would also be warmly welcomed.
Further information and an application form can be downloaded below or found at
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