Resource Teacher

Are you passionate about making a difference to our citizens and the district that they reside in? Then, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team.

About the Role:

Are you an inspirational teacher who is passionate about improving outcomes for children with complex special educational needs?

We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and dedicated Resource Teacher to join our specialist SEND Unit at baed at Moorthorpe Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a provision that supports pupils with complex Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and other associated learning needs.

Working closely with the Teacher in Charge of the SEND Unit and Resource Provision of this setting, you will lead and develop a specialist classroom that provides a nurturing, highly personalised learning environment where pupils can thrive, develop independence and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

As Resource Teacher, you will:

• Lead, manage and develop a specialist class for pupils with complex ASD and SLD.
• Plan and deliver engaging, highly personalised learning programmes tailored to individual needs.
• Work collaboratively with families, mainstream colleagues and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.
• Coordinate EHCP reviews in conjunction with the Teacher in Charge, pupil profiles and personalised support plans.
• Support the leadership of and develop a team of specialist support staff within the Unit.
• Support colleagues through sharing expertise, training and best practice in SEND.
• Create a nurturing environment that builds on pupils' strengths, interests and abilities.

What will be expected from me?

• We are looking for a teacher who:

  • Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
  • Has experience of teaching pupils with ASD, SLD and complex learning needs.
  • Has high expectations and a commitment to helping every child succeed.
  • Understands how to adapt teaching approaches, environments and curriculum offer to meet a wide range of needs.
  • Is skilled in developing positive relationships with pupils, families and professionals.
  • Can lead and motivate a team whilst maintaining a child-centred approach.
  • Is reflective, innovative and committed to continuous improvement.
  • Shares our commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and raising aspirations for all children.

Essential requirements:

• Please refer to attached job specification

What can I expect?

• A competitive salary
• Access to high-quality training programs to advance your career to the next level.
• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme providing a tax efficient way to increase our pension.
• Great range of benefits including an Employee Assistant Programme, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, a cycle to work scheme, and many more

Want to know more?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact.

Name: Jo Reasbeck

E-mail: jreasbeck@wakefield.gov.uk

Join us and make a real impact in the community. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!

Safeguarding

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Probation

In accordance with the Council Probation Procedure, this post is subject to a 6-month Probationary Period.

Fluency Duty

To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), public facing roles will be subject to the Fluency Duty.

Diversity

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

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