We have 700 students currently on roll, of whom 26% are on the SEND register. The school is on an exciting improvement journey, and we are now looking for a SEND Teacher to join our team to oversee our newly developed Enhanced Learning Provision Lead.
This role will be to provide high-quality teaching that enables pupils to progress not just academically but also socially and emotionally. You must be creative and have high expectations.
The role will involve teaching and planning the Enhanced Learning Provision curriculum at KS3/KS4, which is delivered to students with additional learning needs. The ideal candidate will preferably have special school teaching experience of delivering outstanding teaching and learning. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to become part of the middle leadership team in a vibrant and thriving school.
You will be responsible for implementing school policies and practices, including those related to safeguarding and equality of opportunity. Additionally, you will be expected to support the SENCo in developing the SEN department and providing CPD for teaching assistants.
To be successful, you will demonstrate:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* A thorough working knowledge of the curriculum and how to adapt it for pupils with SEND
* Experience working with young people with additional needs
* An understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures
* The ability to create and maintain strong, nurturing relationships with young people
* Experience managing a range of learning approaches, including for students with anxiety
* Knowledge of strategies and teaching methods to engage reluctant learners
* A flexible approach, high creativity, and the ability to adapt teaching to meet individual needs
About us
At the heart of Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust, Bournville School has been on a clear trajectory – making small daily steps that result in big changes. Located in the south of Birmingham, the Academy serves students from Reception to Year 11 from the wider community, many of whom are from disadvantaged backgrounds. The school has a collective spirit and is committed to delivering an engaging curriculum, inspiring children to achieve and, ultimately, “enriching the lives and transforming the futures” of our young people.
Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust
At Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust, we enrich lives and transform futures. Our four academies in and around Birmingham offer an outstanding quality of education, recognising that all our children are individuals and delivering exceptional pastoral care to ensure their happiness. Whilst we place strong emphasis on academic achievement, we take a holistic view of education and maintain exciting extracurricular programmes to create the well-rounded young adults of tomorrow. We’re also creating outstanding careers that could take you anywhere within our network – and take your future anywhere you want to go.
Benefits
When you join Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust, you join a nurturing family where your professional satisfaction and personal happiness really count. You can expect heavy investment in your career development alongside an outstanding package of benefits, including:
* Educational support
* Flexi perks
* Salary sacrifice scheme
* Perkbox subscription
* Professional learning and regular training
* Counselling, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a Wellness Hub
* Wellbeing updates and stress management guidance
* Menopause awareness training
* Free flu jabs
* Access to fitness programmes, including yoga, HIIT and more
* Access to physical activities during our Trust-wide Wellbeing Week
* Diet and nutrition webinars
Closing date: 12.00pm on 10 April 2025.
Interview date: 30 April 2025.
Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will therefore be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as well as providing evidence of qualifications.
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