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Teacher - Full-time - Special Needs Position

The Beacon, Folkestone And Walmer

  • Ref:KCC886-7043-264T
  • Posted:10/05/2022
  • Pay:MPS - UPS3 + SEN 1 or 2
  • Start Date:1 September 2022
  • App Close Date:20/05/2022 at 08:00
  • Interviews:Wed 25 May

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This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated teacher of Maths to work with secondary aged pupils with a range of learning needs. This role would suit an energetic and passionate practioner who can engage with young people and continually focus on the functionality of skills to enable our pupils to thrive. Due to the needs of the pupils, this role would suit an individual who has the qualities and skills to deliver a creative and blended approach to learning (sensory, practical and tangible). The role is not bound by the number of pupils hitting certain qualifications levels, allowing you the freedom to put the young person at the centre of learning and targeting. The role will remind you of what’s important and why you love teaching, allowing the time and ability to develop meaningful Maths skills for our pupil’s futures.

The Beacon Folkestone provides a supportive and collaborative environment, that is constantly seeking to develop and enhance the best learning opportunities for our pupils. This is achieved through a dedicated peer to peer coaching programme, self-reflection and an ethos and culture where everyone is committed to school improvement.  In addition, we place a high priority on professional and career development.

This role would suit a candidate with some experience of teaching pupils with Special Educational Needs and a comprehensive knowledge of the curriculum. You will have a commitment to sustain progress from pupils’ individual starting points and will enjoy celebrating these achievements. The pupils within the learning zone in which you will teach will have a range of needs including ASD, sensory and communication challenges. An ability to respond to different learning styles is essential together with a commitment to actively engage pupils within lessons. You must also have high expectations for the pupils you teach.

We are proud of our pupils’ accelerated progress, development of independence and the success of our onward routes into further education, employment and training, but don’t just take our word for it – have a read of what Ofsted said about us

http://thebeacon.kent.sch.uk/media/sites/2/The-Beacon-Ofsted-Inspection-Report-2019.pdf .

The Beacon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note that this position is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and two satisfactory references.

If you are interested in the position, then we would really welcome a conversation and a visit to the school where a member of the Senior Leadership Team would be pleased to spend some time with you. Please contact Katie Lonergan, HR Manager on 01303 847555 or email hr@thebeacon.kent.sch.uk

Information about the school

The Beacon is a multi site, all age specialist school (4–19 years) providing high quality education for 480 pupils with complex needs, profound and severe learning difficulties, and physical and sensory impairments. Our main site is located on Park Farm Road in Folkestone, our newest provision in Walmer opened in September 2025. We also operate a 10 place satellite provision at Castle Hill Primary School and work collaboratively with Beacon Plus as an extended partner of the school.

The Beacon is built on a strong culture of cooperation and a commitment to personalised learning. Our child centred, needs led curriculum draws on the EY Foundation Stage, the National Curriculum, and relevant accreditation pathways, with an emphasis on Life Skills, Social Skills, and holistic development.

As a centre of expertise, we also deliver training and support for mainstream schools through our outreach team. This dedicated team provides professional development, advice, and guidance to colleagues across the region. Our conference and meeting facilities regularly host nationally recognised speakers and professional learning events.

We are also home to a Multi Agency Support Hub, one of four centres across the county, bringing together NHS professionals, paediatricians, speech and occupational therapists, nursing teams, children’s social care, and portage services. This integrated approach strengthens the support available to children and families across the Folkestone and Hythe district.

At The Beacon, our shared moral purpose is to improve educational outcomes and life chances for all young people. We believe excellence is achieved through partnership, collaboration, and reflective practice. Our peer to peer coaching model and staff led learning communities help ensure consistently high quality teaching and a culture of continuous improvement. We expect the highest standards from ourselves and all stakeholders, creating an environment where every learner can thrive.

If you share our values and are inspired by our mission, we look forward to hearing from you.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Katie Lonergan
  • Address:Park Farm Road, Folkestone, Salisbury Road, Walmer, Folkestone And Walmer, Kent, CT195DN CT147QJ
  • Telephone: 01303 847555
  • Email: HR@thebeacon.kent.sch.uk

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.