Teacher - Term Time

Fairlight Glen, Herne Bay

• Ref:KCC886-6132-12T
• Posted:17/07/2025
• Pay:£31,650.00 - £35,674.00 pa dependent on experience
• Start Date:September to November if available
• App Close Date:14/08/2025 at 11:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Core Subject Teacher – SEMH for Independent Special School

We are seeking to appoint an experienced Core Subject teacher in a small specialist provision with children with SEMH, we are open to applicants from the Primary or Secondary Sector.

This role will support the school leadership team and maintain high standards of education ethics, behaviour and professional conduct.  You will build positive, respectful relationships across the school community, act at all times in the best interests of the pupils.  You will create a culture where pupils experience a positive leaning environment which enriches school life.  To uphold educational standards in order to prepare pupils for their next phase of life.  To ensure Behaviour is managed in a consistent fair way in line with the school’s behaviour policy.  The curriculum is broad, structured, coherent and flexible and based on pupils’ interests and aptitudes.  Where students have an EHCP plan, their needs will be fully supported and your role should ensure that the school fulfils its statutory duties regarding the SEND Code of Practice.  Safeguarding is of paramount importance and the applicant should be able to demonstrate complete understanding of the duty of care.  You will be able to manage staff and identify problems and barriers to school effectiveness with a view to developing strategies for school improvement. 

Fairlight Glen is due to follow an expansion plan which will provide opportunities for progression towards Headship and to become a fundamental part of the senior leadership team. 

The applicant should have a degree and qualified teacher status.  An understanding of school finances and financial management is preferable. You will also be an effective communicator and the ability to build positive working relationships. 

Fairlight Glen is a small school with a very close-knit team.  We currently have fewer than 8 students on roll, which means that staff are able to work closely with them and they often benefit from one to one teaching.  This is highly impactful since all of our students have struggled in mainstream settings, and many have had adverse childhood experiences.  It is vital that the applicant understands the nature of our school setting, It is one where individual staff can make a huge impact and they should have a keen interest in young people that learn differently and present with challenging behaviours. 

Information about the school

Fairlight Glen Independent Special School is a haven for students with SEMH who have had negative experiences in mainstream education. We are registered for 8 to 18, with the main focus on key stages 3, 4 and 5. The curriculum is built around students interests whilst also placing value on numeracy and literacy. For young people in key stage 5, we offer specialist music provision where they can gain RSL qualifications in music production and performance. Popular timetabled activities for all ages include climbing and music. PSHE is also a key priority where we aim to foster the resilience required for adulthood.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Helen Kneller
• Address:45 Station Road , Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5QQ
• Telephone: 01227 741 113
• Email: hradmin@pcel.uk