What skills and experience we're looking for
• Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations
• Ability to work as part of a multi-professional team
• Proven classroom management skills
• Ability to teach a variety of subjects within the school to pupils with a wide range of learning difficulties
• Ability to motivate and inspire learners
• Ability to lead, and work as part of a supportive and effective team
• A strong commitment to improving professional practice through on going and appropriate professional development
• A clear vision and understanding of the requirements of pupils with special educational needs
• Understanding and knowledge of current issues relating to education.
• A good, up to date knowledge of a range of teaching, learning and behaviour management strategies and how to adapt them
What the school offers its staff
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Commitment to safeguarding
The Oaks Secondary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.