SEN Teacher: ARP

We are looking to appoint an exceptional teacher who will teach the students in one of our two ARP classes (Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2) and support their integration into the mainstream school.

We are looking for an outstanding teacher who is fully committed to the support and development of students with SEND. You will need to be willing to “think outside the box”, working dynamically, creatively and collaboratively with the SENCO to ensure that the educational experience and outcomes for these students is exceptional.

Our aim is to provide our pupils with a well-rounded and enjoyable education that ensures each child succeeds academically, physically and emotionally – preparing them for life in an ever-changing world. We have identified six shared values, which we develop with the children throughout the academic year: Respect, Unity, Cooperation, Aspiration, Responsibility and Integrity.

They are our foundations and we have a clear expectation that all adults as well as children and staff model and respect these values both inside and outside the academy. These foundations have enabled us to build high quality, inspiring education for our children. This is reflected in both the exceptional day to day practice here as well as the improving outcomes our children have achieved in each year.

Our knowledge rich curriculum has been designed to challenge and inspire the children; exposing them to a wide variety of exciting experiences including visits, events, sports, music and drama but also time to reflect and respond. As a result, our children develop excellent behaviour and social skills while they learn.

We are extremely proud to be part of the Harris Federation which combines 50 primary, secondary and all-through academies across London. As part of a thriving community of schools we benefit from the ability to share, learn, support and challenge each other as we grow together.

The core purpose of your role will be:

• To be an outstanding Specialist SEN Teacher whose focus is on the best possible education and care for our students.
• To be responsible for the day-to-day oversight and implementation of student EHCPs, ensuring appropriate bespoke provision is planned and implemented.
• To liaise with parents, school staff and external agencies as appropriate.
• To actively support and promote the school’s vision and values.
• To raise standards of student attainment and achievement in his/her class and to monitor and support student progress in his/her class.
• To demonstrate excellent subject knowledge, engaging and supporting learners with academic opportunities.
• To be accountable for the safety, wellbeing, development, academic progress and attainment of each student in his/her class.
• To support children in non-class based settings, e.g. the dining hall, the playground, etc.

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• A track record of exceptional SEN teaching and experience of working with children with communication needs or a diagnosis of autism
• The capability to differentiate/scaffold work across the primary key stages
• QTS (or equivalent) and a good undergraduate degree
• Understanding of theory and practice of effective teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of National curriculum requirements at EYFS, KS1 and KS2
• Understanding of the importance of having high expectations for all students, both of behaviour and academic achievement
• Understanding of inclusive provision and practices which offer equality of access to the curriculum for all students, including special educational needs, English as an additional language and high achievers
• Knowledge and experience of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students work especially children with communication needs or a diagnosis of Autism
• Knowledge of the impact that additional needs can have on academic and emotional progress

For a full job description and person specification, please download the job pack.

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact us via e-mail, or call to arrange a conversation.

Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. You will need this when completing your application.

Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via our careers website and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you check the job information as per the listing on our careers site.

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan including access to a virtual GP, electric car scheme, 26 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays) for staff who work across the full year, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.