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An exciting opportunity has become available for an enthusiastic teacher to join our expanding Special Needs provision at Aspen 2 in Dover Christ Church Academy to lead a class of students who have a range of profound, severe and complex learning needs.
1. You should be prepared and able to teach across the whole range of key stages and students' needs, although you will spend the majority of your time each academic year with the same class
2. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who have experience with working in Key Stages 4 and 5 within accredited pathways, or who have worked in a college on accredited pathways. Equally, we would like to hear from you if you have experience or particular enthusiasm in supporting students in their preparation for adulthood.
3. We are looking for someone who will uphold our values of inclusivity and proactive response to communication and behaviour, as well as a commitment to safeguarding the welfare of young people.
The successful candidates will:
4. be an experienced teacher who has worked in a Special Needs environment
5. have a passion for supporting students with additional needs and be able to demonstrate a high standard of teaching
6. have a good understanding of how to differentiate for a variety of needs and abilities
7. be able to demonstrate the ability to form strong professional relationships with staff and students alike
8. be able to demonstrate a proactive philosophy and approach to learning, communication and behaviour
9. be able to demonstrate that they are a reflective practitioner
10. appreciate the importance of working alongside a wide range of professionals in sharing goals for students
11. have positive communication skills
12. demonstrate a good understanding of implementation of the SEND Code of Practice
13. share the school's vision for inclusive learning
Benefits of Working for Turner Schools:
We care about our staff's personal and professional wellbeing and are pleased to offer the following benefits:
14. Fully funded access to Benenden Healthcare providing access to healthcare services such as Medical Diagnostics, Medical Treatment and Surgery, Physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and Mental Health helplines.
15. As part of a multi academy trust, you will have access to high quality CPD through our Turner Institute and a range of progression routes across our schools.
16. the opportunity to work with an experienced and supportive Aspen 2 team who will share their expertise and knowledge
17. Membership for all ECT, teaching and leadership staff to the Chartered College of Teaching
18. Regular wellbeing and social activities
19. Counselling, mental wellbeing support and access to Mental Health First Aiders
20. Electric car scheme and cycle to work scheme
21. Innovation Awards that encourage staff to put forward innovative ideas to make a difference to children’s experiences
22. Trust Vision and Values awards to recognise staff contribution
23. Free parking on all our sites with access to E chargers