About this role
CLASS TEACHER
Closing Date: 21st October 12:00noon
Interview Date: tbc
This is a full-time teaching role, commencing in the Spring Term, however we would consider part-time if the candidate has exceptional teaching experience.
The salary will be MPS or UPS plus SEN Allowance - depending on experience.
Please note that Colnbrook School reserves the right to close the advert early should a large number of applications be received. Early applications are recommended.
Are you ready to join our team?
You can be safe and secure that you will be part of a passionate, kind, vibrant and outstanding Special School.
Colnbrook is a friendly school for children with a range of special needs, working closely with the local and wider communities to bring a varied and dynamic approach to teaching and learning using a holistic, bespoke curriculum. Our motto "Ready, Safe & Kind" is incorporated in all we do. There are a variety of differing opportunities to expand and develop your teaching career. You will become part of an energetic, supportive team who are an integral part of the best provision for our wonderful children and families.
Are you:
Passionate about working with children with special educational needs?A good or outstanding professional with the aptitude and desire to work with children who have complex learning needs?A creative thinker, looking to be part of a highly effective multi-disciplinary team?A team player who will be able to provide a positive contribution to further develop an exciting curriculum?Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the children?If you are, then we can offer:
An excellent supportive staff team committed to achieving exceptionally high standardsAn induction process to build initial confidence and awareness of whole school approaches and expectationsA school community that values collaboration, creativity and the wellbeing of everyoneAn interesting, diverse and exciting careerChildren who will bring a smile to your face everydayDedicated PPA time - which, with discussion with SLT, may be taken from home.A strong Training & Development programme - with dedicated weekly time on Friday afternoons.Small class sizes to allow you to give more time and individual attention to childrenOpportunities for future professional developmentA sense of achievement every day.On top of that, you can also access:
Free wellbeing benefits - including physiotherapy, counselling, nurse support service and much morePension schemeFree on-site parkingVisits to the school are strongly recommended. Why not come and have a look around the school and see if we are right for you too! Please call our school office on 020 8428 1281 to make an appointment or, if you would like an informal chat, please call the school office and request to speak to Caroline Aplin (Headteacher) or Ashley Clark (Deputy Head).
Colnbrook is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and we will:
Request 2 references prior to interview (unless applicants specify otherwise). These must include your last 2 posts and/or last 2 positions working with children.Carry out a new DBS check prior to the start date.Require the successful applicant to register with the DBS Update Service each year. Registration lasts for 1 year and currently costs £16.00 per year.Require you to complete a Disqualification Declaration form at your interview.Require you to disclose any previous criminal convictions or cautions with your application in a sealed envelope marked 'disclosure'. This will not be opened unless your application is shortlisted.