Class Teacher – SEND (SEMH)
Main Pay Scale M1 – M6 plus £2,679 Annual SEN allowance
Full time, term time only
The Sallygate School is an Independent Special School catering to the unique needs of pupils with SEMH. Located in the heart of the Alkham Valley, near Dover, the Sallygate School is part of Channels & Choices Therapeutic Community which comprises several therapeutic residential children’s homes, an independent therapeutic fostering agency, and a multi-disciplinary therapy service, including SaLT & OT service.
At the Sallygate School, we believe in providing a comprehensive and sequenced curriculum pathway that caters to the diverse needs of all our learners. We understand that each student has unique abilities, learning styles, and developmental requirements. Our sequenced curriculum ensures a structured and supportive learning journey for every individual, enabling them to achieve their full potential.
Overall Purpose of Job
To work under the reasonable direction of the Head Teacher/Leadership Team to teach classes across the department and assist in curriculum development. To perform such duties as may reasonably be assigned in accordance with the needs of the school.
Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching
* Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons for small classes (up to 6 pupils) in the primary sector.
* Teach in accordance with pupils’ educational needs, including setting and assessment of pupils’ work.
* Assess, record and report on the development, progress, and attainment of pupils.
* Provide and contribute to oral and written assessments, reports, and references relating to individuals and groups of pupils.
Other Activities
* Promote the general progress and well-being of individual pupils and any class or group of pupils.
* Provide guidance and advice on pupils’ educational and social matters, on their further education and future career planning.
* Make records and reports on the academic, personal, and social needs of pupils.
* Communicate and consult with care staff, foster carers and, where appropriate, parents of pupils.
* Participate in relevant meetings.
* Be available for break duties.
* Actively support the school and adhere to company policies.
* Support the Positive Relationships, Physical Intervention, and Team Teach techniques of the school (training provided). This will include using agreed interventions to maintain the safety of all pupils and staff and the discipline of the school.
* Contribute to the development of a positive work ethos and happy working environment.
* Participate in arrangements made in accordance with the organisation’s appraisal process.
* Review methods of teaching and programmes of work.
* Participate in arrangements for further development and professional training.
* Follow the school’s behaviour procedures and protocol, safeguarding pupils' health, welfare, and safety, both when they are on the school premises and when engaged in authorised school activities elsewhere.
* Supervise and, so far as practicable, teach any pupils when their teacher is not available.
* Help pupils prepare for examinations and assess pupils for the purposes of such examinations. Record and report such assessments and participate in arrangements for pupils and supervision during such examinations.
* Maintain all records accurately.
Channels and Choices are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the young people in our care. Staff are required to adhere to the organisation’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures. This post will be subject to a clear Enhanced DBS Disclosure, an employment background check, satisfactory references & verification of a right to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to Safer Recruitment, CVs cannot be considered without a completed application form.
All applicants are required to complete an application form which can be found under the careers section on our website - www.channelsandchoices.co.uk
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £31,650.00-£43,607.00 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Bereavement leave
* Company events
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Private dental insurance
* Private medical insurance
* Referral programme
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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