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Belong Learning
3 Royal Crescent
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL503DA
Tel: 03003035755
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KS3/ SEN Teacher
Gloucester
The post holder will report to the Head of Teaching and Learning
Background
Belong Learning is a growing, dynamic and agile organisation that provides bespoke education at KS3 and KS4 for children with an EHCP due to SEMH needs.
Our vision
To be the specialist learning provider of choice in the UK, enabling children and young people to belong.
Our mission
To create educational communities where children and young people with unmet needs can learn, grow and thrive.
Key responsibilities:
Quality first teaching of a curriculum to KS3 students at our independent school
Subject lesson planning
Delivery of lessons on a 121 or small group basis
Working in both on-site and offsite venues
Core
· Uphold the vision and values of Belong Learning
· Adhere to all school policies and procedures
· Be a part of the collegiate responsibility of the school
· Be a positive role model adult
· Build positive trusted and safe relationships with students and colleagues
· Hold high aspirations and expectations for every child
· Work positively and proactively alongside colleagues and other professionals
Teaching and Learning
Consistently meet the Teachers’ Standards for all aspects of teaching and learning
Bespoke curriculum planning – using prior and current knowledge and understanding
Support the department to review and update SOW in line with National Curriculum and needs of the child
Inclusive teaching
Delivery of the curriculum – motivational, aspirational and quality first teaching
Baseline assessment where needed
Marking & feedback (as per school policy)
Monitoring attainment, progression and outcomes of all children in the subject
Design and implementation of ‘catch up’ programmes
Planning learning outside the classroom experiences to consolidate and extend
Children
Work one-to -one and in small groups with students to engage them in learning, through
activities and lessons in school and/ or off-site venues/ the home address
Support delivery of a bespoke curriculum linked to individual needs identified on EHCPs
Act as keyworker for allocated students, advocating for them and embedding positive
relationships with other agencies involved
Understand the importance of good attendance and work tirelessly to help pupils achieve it,
following the school’s Attendance Policy
Support compliance with the Home-School agreement
Ensure accurate recording on school management information systems
Allocate reward points and behaviour points consistently and fairly
Ensure pupils understand the importance of punctuality
Support pupils with transition to other settings, including Post-16 options
Community
Liaise with and record all communication with parents and other agencies
Communicate with internal contacts and external agencies consistently and appropriately
Regular progress reports to parents and carers
Environment
· Be part of a safe, stimulating, and consistent environment for learning
· Role model the care and upkeep of all facilities
· Role model sustainability awareness and ethical thinking
· Follow Belong School policy and guidelines on food and drink consumed during school hours
· Develop and maintain purposeful & inspirational learning displays.
Safeguarding
Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (including Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies
Use CPOMS accurately, effectively and consistently
Promote the safeguarding of all students in the school
Liaise with Safeguarding Leads in line with policy
Health and Safety
Contribute to Risk Assessments for students, activities and venues, with responsibility for allocated students/ groups
Vigilance and awareness of the environment and needs of students at all times
Engage with the health and safety requirements of a school environment, including reporting of all identified risks
Sign in and out of sites as required
Comply with accident reporting and RIDDOR
Comply with tracking requirements whilst working in off-site venues
Training and Development
Complete all Statutory and company training when required
Value personal professional development
Engage positively in induction, probation, and performance management processes
Engage with CPD professionally and proactively
Complete all required and requested tasks in a timely manner and / or by specific deadlines
Additional duties
Any other reasonable duties as requested that are not specified in this job description
This is not an exhaustive job description and does not intend to specify the proportion of time spent on any of the duties outlined herein. This job description will form the basis for the assessment of the performance within the context of Performance Management
Person specification
Qualifications and training
Essential:
· QTS (primary or secondary)
· Relevant degree
Desirable:
· Safeguarding
· TeamTeach
· First Aid
Experience
Essential:
· Successful subject teaching
Desirable:
· Successful SEN teaching
· Experience in an SEMH environment
Skills and knowledge
Essential:
Passion for teaching and adapting teaching approach to cater to a wide range of students
Ability to plan for progression across the attainment range, designing effective
learning across a series of lessons
Knowledge and understanding of National Curriculum
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to build effective working relationships
Good record-keeping skills
Ability to multitask and work effectively in a changing environment
Strong planning, organisational and communication skills
A ‘can-do’ approach and ability to problem solve
Flexible approach to undertaking tasks
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Desirable:
· Extensive skills in phonics and Mathematics and/ or English
· Behaviour management skills
· Safeguarding, particularly in a SEN environment
· Enhanced DBS
· Health and Safety
Personal qualities:
· Resilient and commitment to supporting children
· Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
· Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
· Commitment to safeguarding and equality
· Reliable, flexible, imaginative
· Able to quickly form strong relationships with staff and young people
· Honest, trustworthy
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team
· Commitment to promoting the ethos and values of the school
· Resilient, positive, forward looking and enthusiastic about making a difference to children and young people
· Adaptable and able to problem solve effectively
Please click in Apply Now to send yuor application for this role.
Closing date for applications: 29th December 2024
Salary: £31737- £38330
Hours Per Week: Full Time/ Part Time
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