Temporary Class Teacher Vacancy

 CLASS TEACHER

•  Job Description & Employee Specification (187 KB)
•  DBS Information  (36 KB)
•  DBS Information  (38 KB)

Location

CHORLEY ASTLEY PARK SCHOOL
Harrington Road , Chorley , Lancashire , PR7 1JZ
Tel: 01257 262227
School website: www.astleypark.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 163

Information

Are you a passionate, resilient and creative teacher looking to make a genuine impact to the lives of pupils with complex learning needs?  

At Astley Park we are a supportive and forward thinking special school committed to providing exceptional education for children and young people with a wide range of complex learning needs.  We are seeking a dedicated class teacher to join our team.  You will work collaboratively with skilled support staff to create a nurturing and stimulating environment tailored to individual needs. 

What we offer:
 

• A welcoming and inclusive school culture
• Bespoke CPD and training in SEN strategies
• Supportive leadership and a committed staff team
  
  We are looking for someone who:
   
• Is passionate about inclusive education and pupil progress
• Has experience (or a strong interest) in working with pupils with SEN
• Can deliver creative, personalised and multi sensory learning.
• Can work collaboratively with staff, families and external professionals
  
  Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
  
  Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.
  
  Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
  
  More Information can be found at http://www.astleypark.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

• Degree
• QTS
• Evidence of CPD - SEND/curricular
   

Desirable Qualifications

Not applicable

Essential Experience

• Experience of teaching pupils with a range of SEND within a primary or special school setting
• Working knowledge of assessment procedures and ability to analyse and utilise data to support progress to raise achievement
• Excellent ICT skills
• Experience of leading a subject, long term project or initiative
• Experience of multi-disciplinary working
• Experience and confidence in managing pupils whose behaviour can be challenging

Desirable Experience

• Team Teach intermediate trained
   

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Mrs Clegg or Miss Wells, Deputy Headteachers - 01257 262227

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application is attached.. Please return completed applications to ascrofte@astleypark.lancs.sch.uk

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•  Application Form (486 KB)

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