Teacher - Part-time - Special Needs Position

Penshurst CEP School, Tonbridge

Ref:KCC886-3314-95T
Posted:28/03/2021
Pay:MPS
Start Date:April 2021
App Close Date:20/04/2021 at 13:00
Interviews:Week commencing 26th April 2021

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We are looking for an HLTA or SEN Teacher who can support one of our young learners to access high quality provision both in and out of the classroom. This would suit someone who has experience of adapting teaching objectives to meet the specific needs of a pupil who has challenges with day to day learning. We are looking for someone with the knowledge and skills to support this young learner to re-engage with learning and promote a positive attitude to school life.

The successful candidate would work closely with the classteacher and our SENDCo to ensure that the pupil's school experience is successful.

You will need to have experience of

adapting teaching activities to meet the needs of an individual pupil
creating 'hands-on' learning activities
working with pupils with complex needs / behaviours

You should also be :

encouraging and enthusiastic - highlighting the positive
resilient and patient - Rome wasn't built in a day!
able to think on your feet and make quick changes
able to communicate well with both the pupil and parents

At Penshurst CE Primary we have a strong moral compass that drives all we do. Our school vision is based around 'walking in the shoes of others' - showing empathy and thinking of what life is like for our pupils and parents is a key to the vision. All staff are expected to be role models for the school's vision and values.

We are looking for someone who wants to help us to continue to provide an inclusive learning environment for all our pupils. If this is you then we look forward to hearing from you. Our SENDCo would be very happy to discuss the position with you; please call the school office and they will be happyto arrange this.

This post could suit either an experienced SEN HLTA or a teacher with SEND experience. The job description is to give a flavour of the requirements and would be adapted according to meet the qualifications of a successful candidate. The post is initially temporary for two terms.

At Penshurst CE Primary School the health, safety and well-being of every child is our top priority. We expect all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment to safeguarding our pupils.

Information about the school

We are a small village church school, at the heart of our community, set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We have 80 pupils taught in four classes: Foundation, Year 1 and Year 2, Year 3 and Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6.

The school plays a very active role in the local and wider community and provides many opportunities for children to develop their talents and interests, whether this be in the sporting competitions we take part in or in our wide range of extra-curricular clubs.

Our staff team is small, friendly and mutually supportive, which we believe is a real strength of our school. Our Christian values are important to us and are at the heart of all we strive to achieve. We encourage all members of the school community to walk in the shoes of others; - demonstrating our understanding of the needs of others as well as promoting kindness at every opportunity.

Job Contact Information

Name:Mrs Sue Elliott
Address:High Street, Penshurst, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11 8BX
Telephone: (01892) 870446
Email: office@penshurst.kent.sch.uk

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