Teacher of English - Full-time - Special Needs Position

West Heath School, Sevenoaks

• Ref:KCC886-6079-30T
• Posted:07/06/2019
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:2nd September 2019
• App Close Date:04/07/2019 at 12:00
• Interviews:w/c 8th July

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Teacher of English

Monday-Friday 8.00am-4.00pm (Term-Time only, 39 weeks)

Salary- Qualified Teacher Scales (above fringe)

Starting 2^nd September 2019

An opportunity has arisen to join the English Team at West Heath School. We require a dynamic, motivated, pro-active and well-organised individual who has the ability and skills to successfully deliver dynamic lessons to a diverse range of students.

The role is demanding and challenging, but very rewarding. A sound knowledge of relevant current GCSE and Functional Skills specifications, SEN legislation and programmes for special educational provision & practice is desirable to ensure that provision and interventions are appropriate. The position will see you as part of a core subject team as well as a pastoral tutor.

 The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on students’ lives.

 All of our learners have ECHPs and as a school we are proud to promote the development of life skills and social development as equal to academic achievement. West Heath School work towards the end goal of helping students re-integrate into mainstream learning and preparation for adulthood.

 Closing Date – Thursday 4^th July at 12pm midday

Interviews w/c 8^th July  

Application Form, Job Descriptions and further details are on our website www.westheathschool.com or contact hr@westheathschool.com for further information.

 Working at West Heath School involves close and unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups including children and as such is a regulated activity. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post.

 Please note that we reserve the right to close the advert earlier than the advertised closing date should we find a suitable candidate.

Information about the school

WEST HEATH SCHOOL

Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1SR

“Rebuilding lives through education”

OFSTED outstanding May 2022

West Heath School is an Independent SEN residential school with charity status. We provide a therapeutically informed learning environment for children aged 10-19 who have suffered some form of trauma and are unable to access main stream education. We believe in “rebuilding lives through education”, developing life skills and encouraging students to enjoy social activities .

“A fun place to work where social development is valued as much as education”

“The support you receive from the moment you arrive at West Heath School is excellent…”

“Two days are never the same at West Heath School and this certainly keeps you on your toes!”

Job Contact Information

• Name:Nicola Kelly or Chloe Checkley
• Address:West Heath , Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1SR
• Telephone: 01732 460 553
• Email: whs.hr@westheathschool.com