Post 16 Lead Teacher
ASAP Start
Barking, East London
£42,319- £46,328 + TLR2B (£5,048)
Permanent (Employed directly by the school)
Forever Education is supporting a unique independent Special Educational Needs (SEN) group based in London, which provides therapeutic education for children and young people with special educational and neurodiverse learning needs. The school is seeking a passionate, dynamic, and experienced Post 16 Lead Teacher to join its specialist school service based in Barking, East London, offering a therapeutic learning environment for children aged 16-19 years old.
As the Post 16 Lead Teacher, you will develop and implement the post 16 curriculum, including enterprise and transition of post 16 pupils into employment, further training and adulthood, meeting the specific needs of each individual pupil. The role also assists in the development of work-based driven learning, including study programmes, work experience, supported internships, apprenticeships and other provision as required. You will ensure that all learning and development of independence skills are provided context and linked to the world of adulthood.
Does this sound like the Post 16 Lead Teacher role for you? If so, please read on below to find out further information!
JOB DESCRIPTION
* Be able to offer a calm response to children with ASC and SEMH and always promote de-escalation and emotional regulation.
* Differentiate the National Curriculum across Key Stages 2 – 4, and A Level curriculum.
* Deliver direct teaching time (virtual or face to face) to meet the needs of pupils, ensuring lessons are pupil-focused and creative, according to an agreed timetable. Support a group of young people as a tutor, providing a formal consistent contact with pupils each day, establishing positive relationships, and supporting the pastoral care of everyone in the group
* Recent proven experience as an outstanding teacher across PSHE or vocational subjects, enterprise/business opportunities. Functional Skills teaching experience in Maths and English is an advantage.
* Working knowledge of SEND Code of Practice, National Curriculum, Functional Skills, relevant BTECs and KS requirements.
* Ensure high-quality delivery of the Post 16 curriculum, meeting the needs of neurodiverse young people with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and/or Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH). Provide opportunities for young people to experience & understand vocational subjects in a range of contexts, including in collaboration with colleges, external agencies, employers, training providers and partners. Work with other staff to develop and deliver a comprehensive Post 16 Enterprise curriculum, including SENCOs, teaching staff, LIFE Leads (Leadership, Independence, Future Options and Employability) and Teaching Assistants.
* With support from the Deputy Headteacher, manage the department budget and resources, including work-based learning venues.
* Implement an Enterprise Curriculum where all aspects of financial, budget requirements can be led by pupils.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
* Hold QTS or QTLS
* Relevant post-16 teaching qualification or working towards.
* Evidence of ongoing professional development in post-16 education
* Substantial experience of supporting neurodiverse children or with ASC and/or SEMH and an understanding of potential implications for communication, learning and behaviour patterns.
* Liaising with Local Authorities and other stakeholders, chairing multi-disciplinary meetings
* Working knowledge of SEND Code of Practice, National Curriculum, Functional Skills, relevant BTECs and KS requirements.
* Knowledge and awareness of Safeguarding & Child Protection Procedures.
If you are interested in this Post 16 Lead Teacher opportunity, interviews can be arranged immediately
Apply for this Post 16 Lead Teacher opportunity by sending your CV to Katie at Forever Education You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted)
Forever Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all candidates to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check