You will be responsible for pupils within the post 16 age with profound and multiple learning difficulties severe learning difficulties and autism. The class follows a pre-formal and semi- formal curriculum, incorporating learning, therapy and heath needs and is supported by an experienced team of Teaching Assistants. The successful applicant will also be expected to be a key member of a curriculum team. You will need to have an excellent understanding of child development, and experience of teaching pupils with SEND as well as experience successfully teaching pupils with complex needs, including ASD/SLD/PMLD. You will need to be a willing and inquisitive learner yourself and have the ability to work as a team with your own class and within the Silverwood School community. Silverwood School is a maintained co-educational special school for pupils aged 4-19 years. We formed in September 2020 with campuses in Chippenham, Trowbridge and Rowde. This is an exciting time to join us as we have expanded our provision with a brand-new building at our Rowde campus. The new building has a wide variety of class rooms and support areas including subject specialist rooms, a hydrotherapy pool and new sensory rooms. Our mission is to enhance opportunities, enjoyment and outcomes for our pupils. We have an ambitious vision 'Building Community, Inspiring Learning. With this we wish to create a truly integrated and inclusive system of outstanding education for all young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Our SEND Support and Training Service, which contributes to our vision supports the advancement of excellence in education for young people with SEND in Wiltshire and beyond. Silverwood School is proud to be a Values Based Education (VBE) School. We place our shared values at the heart of everything we do. Our values are principles that guide all our actions, decisions and relationships. At Silverwood School, we have chosen cooperation, courage, honesty, perseverance, respect and kindness as our six shared values. VBE goes beyond learning what our values mean; it encompasses living and experiencing our values every day. Teacher pay rates are MPS/UPS, plus an additional SEND allowance, with the level determined by experience. At Silverwood School, we are dedicated to fostering all aspects of personal development. Our inclusive environment aims to help every individual succeed. As part of our team, you'll benefit from the Teachers' Pension Scheme, Wiltshire Employee Rewards, continuous professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive wellbeing package. If you're interested in joining us, we look forward to hearing from you.