What skills and experience we're looking for
The Emergent TLR is responsible for leading teaching and learning relating to all students who follow the school’s Emergent pathway. The pathway is for students with complex SEND, including communication difficulties, ASD spectrum conditions and, in some cases, behaviours that challenge. Typically, students are working at pre-EYFS levels of development, using communication methods such as verbal, sign, visual symbols, and AAC methods.
As Emergent TLR, the postholder is also responsible for the management and organisation of the staff working within the pathway. They are responsible for leading and regularly reviewing the Emergent curriculum, providing guidance and support to colleagues in order to maintain and improve student progress, attainment and reinforce overall excelling practice. This includes writing schemes of work to provide and innovative an exciting curriculum offer.
In addition to the above, the postholder will also undertake the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the STPCD plus a whole school responsibility. They may also be required to undertake any other duties that are appropriate to the level of the role as directed by the Headteacher.
What the school offers its staff
• A rewarding and unique role working with incredible young people. No one day will ever be the same.
• A supportive culture with a dedicated staff team, working in a community that respects others, champions individuality and celebrates all achievements.
• A commitment to respecting the work/life balance of all our colleagues.
• Exciting opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS (formerly CRB) from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.